Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Legal Studies

Chapter

Topics of Law

Question:
Under the Transfer of Property Act, a "registered instrument " has to be ________________
Options:
Attested by at least two persons who are parties to the transfer
Attested by any one person who is party to transfer
Attested by any two persons who are parties to the transfer
Attestation not required
Correct Answer:
Attested by at least two persons who are parties to the transfer
Explanation:
A registered instrument has to be attested at least by two persons who are parties to the transfer. Attestation means affixing the signature in the registered instrument. The witnesses should mark their signature too on the instrument with an intention to attest. Registration of the instrument is an essential legal formality. During registration, the parties to the transfer must be present to affix their signatures in the document and complete the transaction with regard to immovable property.