[Solved] A executed a holographic will disinheriting his children B but did not institute C and D. Is there a need for the will to be probated?

Q.	A executed a holographic will disinheriting his children B but did not institute C and D. Is there a need for the will to be probated?
A.	No more, because it would be an exercise in futility as no one will inherit on the basis of the will;
B.	Yes, because without the will being admitted to probate the disinheritance shall be ineffective;
C.	Yes, because a will shall not pass any right to the heirs unless it is admitted to probate;
D.	Both B and C.
Answer» B. Yes, because without the will being admitted to probate the disinheritance shall be ineffective;

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