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V-A NISM Series V-A
Medium

What will happen if one of the joint holders of a mutual fund folio dies?

Practice question from Nism VA Mock Test 3 — bank. The correct answer is highlighted below with a full explanation.

Options

  1. A

    The folio will be cancelled and the amount refunded

  2. B

    The units will be transferred to nominee(s)

  3. C

    The units will be transferred to the heir of the deceased holder

  4. The units will continue to be held by surviving joint holders

    Correct answer

Why this is the answer

In the case of the death of one of the joint holders, the surviving holder(s) will continue to hold the units in the folio. If there is a nominee, the units may be transferred to the nominee upon due process.

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