Which section of the Transfer of Property Act, 1882 gives a mortgagee the qualified right to seek a decree for foreclosure or sale?
Question and options
Which section of the Transfer of Property Act, 1882 gives a mortgagee the qualified right to seek a decree for foreclosure or sale?
Section 65
Section 66
Section 67
Section 68
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: C - Section 67
Section 67 governs the mortgagee’s qualified right to seek a decree for foreclosure or sale. The availability of the remedy depends on the type of mortgage and the statutory conditions.
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