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The doctrine of part performance of contract is provided in ______ of the Transfer of Property Act, 1882.

Section 53A of the Transfer of Property Act, 1882 governs part performance of a contract to transfer immovable property for consideration. The transferee must satisfy the…

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The doctrine of part performance of contract is provided in ______ of the Transfer of Property Act, 1882.

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Section 53A of the Transfer of Property Act, 1882 governs part performance of a contract to transfer immovable property for consideration. The transferee must satisfy the statutory conditions, including possession in part performance and performance or willingness to perform their part. Section 17(1A) of the Registration Act, 1908 requires registration of documents executed on or after 24 September 2001 for them to have effect under section 53A.

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Option A

Section 53A of the Transfer of Property Act, 1882 is the part-performance provision.

Option B

Section 53 concerns fraudulent transfers, including transfers intended to defeat or delay creditors.

Option C

Incorrect. Section 52 of the Transfer of Property Act, 1882 embodies the doctrine of lis pendens (transfer of property pending suit relating thereto).

Option D

Incorrect. Section 54 of the Transfer of Property Act, 1882 defines 'Sale' and how a sale of immovable property is made.

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