The laws of succession can broadly be divided in two parts, firstly, where deceased has left behind a valid and enforceable ‘Will’; and secondly, where a person died without leaving behind such ‘Will’.
Succession of the person dying without leaving a valid and enforceable Will, is called Intestate Succession. Principles of distribution of assets in this regard are based on personal laws applicable to deceased.

With the aid of catena of judgments and the current trend, the laws are more explanatory enhancing the scope of succession laws and thus are becoming more explanatory with rights of children who are legitimate, illegitimate, women; to the property.