Section 151 - Rights of bankruptcy trustee. - Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code, 2016

Rights of bankruptcy trustee. 151. For the purpose of performing his functions under this Chapter, the bankruptcy trustee may, by his official name- (a) hold property of every description; (b) make contracts; (c) sue and be sued; (d) enter into engagements in respect of the estate of the bankrupt; (e) employ persons to assist him; (f) execute any power of attorney, deed or other instrument; and (g) do any other act which is necessary or expedient for the purposes of or in connection with the exercise of his rights. *********** Notes:- 1. Come into the force w.e.f. 01-12-2019 [F. No. 30/21/2018-Insolvency Section]. S.O. 4126(E) Dated 15-11-2019