[Solved] What are the objectives of Probate proceedings?

Q.	What are the objectives of Probate proceedings?
A.	Probate proceedings seek to establish the identity of the will, its genuineness and due execution, and the testamentary capacity of the testator.
B.	Probate seeks to determine whether the will is formally valid.
C.	Probate seeks to determine whether the will is intrinsically val
Answer» B. Probate seeks to determine whether the will is formally valid.

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