Which section of the Transfer of Property Act, 1882 specifically governs vesting of an interest created…

Under section 20 the interest ordinarily vests at birth unless a contrary intention appears from the transfer. Enjoyment may begin later.

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Which section of the Transfer of Property Act, 1882 specifically governs vesting of an interest created for an unborn person?

Answer and explanation

Correct answer A

Under section 20 the interest ordinarily vests at birth unless a contrary intention appears from the transfer. Enjoyment may begin later.

Option A

Section 20 specifically governs when an unborn beneficiary acquires a vested interest.

Option B

Section 24 addresses survival among certain transferees where the relevant period is unspecified.

Option C

Section 19 defines vested interests generally.

Option D

Section 23 addresses a transfer contingent on an uncertain event with no time specified for its occurrence.