Under the Transfer of Property Act, 1882, which section provides that a vested interest survives the transferee’s death before possession?
Question and options
Under the Transfer of Property Act, 1882, which section provides that a vested interest survives the transferee’s death before possession?
Section 18
Section 19
Section 20
Section 21
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: B - Section 19
Section 19 distinguishes vesting from possession. A vested interest survives even if the transferee dies before obtaining possession.
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