Under the Transfer of Property Act, a "registered instrument " has to be ________________
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 1
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.