The presence of the propounder at the time of the will’s execution is not by itself sufficient to disbelieve or doubt the validity of the will. The primary focus is on whether the will was executed in accordance with the legal requirements, such as the testator's sound mental capacity, understanding of the nature and effect of the dispositions, and free will in signing the document. The court considers suspicious circumstances, like unnatural provisions or exclusion of natural heirs without explanation, which may raise doubts irrespective of the propounder’s presence (!) .

While the presence of the propounder can support the credibility of the execution, it does not automatically lead to disbelief. The overall circumstances, the conduct of the testator, and the evidence of proper execution play a more significant role in determining the will’s validity. If there are no suspicious circumstances and the evidence shows proper execution, the will is likely to be accepted as valid, regardless of whether the propounder was present at the time of signing (!) .

In conclusion, the presence of the propounder at the time of execution is a relevant factor but not a decisive one for disbelief. The court’s assessment depends on the totality of evidence and circumstances surrounding the execution of the will.