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Which instrument falls outside the definition of lease in section 2(16) of the Indian Stamp Act, 1899, as applicable in Himachal Pradesh?

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Which instrument falls outside the definition of lease in section 2(16) of the Indian Stamp Act, 1899, as applicable in Himachal Pradesh?

  1. A patta

  2. A written undertaking to pay rent for immovable property that is not a counterpart of a lease

  3. A mortgage deed under which possession is delivered to the mortgagee

  4. An instrument letting tolls and a written endorsement granting a lease application

Answer and explanation

Correct answer: C - A mortgage deed under which possession is delivered to the mortgagee

Section 2(16) of the Indian Stamp Act, 1899 includes in “lease” a patta, a kabuliyat or other written undertaking (not being a counterpart of a lease) to cultivate, occupy or pay rent for immovable property, an instrument letting tolls, and a writing on a lease application signifying that it is granted. A mortgage deed, even one delivering possession to the mortgagee, is not listed there; it is a separate instrument defined in section 2(17) and charged as a mortgage-deed.

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