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In a sale governed by section 54 of the Transfer of Property Act, 1882, what transfers ownership of a…

Section 54 requires a registered sale instrument for tangible immovable property valued at ₹100 or more. A contract for sale does not itself create an interest or charge.…

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In a sale governed by section 54 of the Transfer of Property Act, 1882, what transfers ownership of a house valued at more than ₹100?

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Section 54 requires a registered sale instrument for tangible immovable property valued at ₹100 or more. A contract for sale does not itself create an interest or charge.

Section 53A may protect possession if its statutory conditions are met, without itself transferring title.

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Option A

Section 53A can protect possession where its conditions are met. It does not convey ownership.

Option B

Section 54 requires a registered instrument of sale for tangible immovable property of this value.

Option C

A contract for sale does not itself create an interest in or charge on the property.

Option D

Full payment does not replace the required registered instrument.

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