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What does section 123 of the Transfer of Property Act, 1882, require to effect a gift of immovable…

Section 123 requires a registered instrument signed by or on behalf of the donor and attested by at least two witnesses. Section 129 preserves rules of Muslim law, so this…

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What does section 123 of the Transfer of Property Act, 1882, require to effect a gift of immovable property?

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Section 123 requires a registered instrument signed by or on behalf of the donor and attested by at least two witnesses.

Section 129 preserves rules of Muslim law, so this question asks specifically for the formalities under section 123.

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Option A

Section 123 requires registration, signature by or for the donor, and at least two attesting witnesses.

Option B

One attesting witness is insufficient under section 123.

Option C

A written instrument with two witnesses still requires registration.

Option D

Delivery is an alternative under section 123 for movable property.

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