In November 2025, what had Bihar's struck-down registration rules required a transferor to produce before registering a sale or gift deed?
Question and options
In November 2025, what had Bihar's struck-down registration rules required a transferor to produce before registering a sale or gift deed?
- A succession certificate issued to the transferee
- Proof of mutation in the transferor’s favour
- A building occupancy certificate from the municipality
- An income-tax clearance certificate in the transferee’s name
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: B - Proof of mutation in the transferor’s favour
On 7 November 2025 the Supreme Court struck down the Bihar rules requiring proof of mutation in the transferor’s favour. In Samiullah v. State of Bihar it explained the distinction between recording a transaction and conclusively establishing ownership.
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