Transfer Of Property Act — Part 2 MCQs with Explanations
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Question 1 of 40
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Which of the following is the time limit given under Section 17 of the Transfer of Property Act, 1882?
Correct Answer: Option B — A period of 18 years from the date of transfer
Detailed Academic Explanation:
A period of 18 years from the date of transfer is the correct answer to “Which of the following is the time limit given under Section 17 of the Transfer of Property Act, 1882”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Transfer Of Property Act.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Transfer Of Property Act
Question 2 of 40
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The mortgagor in Indian law is the owner who had parted with some rights of ownership and the rights of redemption is a right which he exercises by virtue of his:
Correct Answer: Option B — Residuary ownership
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Residuary ownership is the correct answer to “The mortgagor in Indian law is the owner who had parted with some rights of ownership and the rights of redemption is a right which he exercises by virtue of his:”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Transfer Of Property Act.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Transfer Of Property Act
Question 3 of 40
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Section 52 of the Transfer of Property Act deals with
Correct Answer: Option B — Lis pendens
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Lis pendens is the correct answer to “Section 52 of the Transfer of Property Act deals with”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Transfer Of Property Act.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Transfer Of Property Act
Question 4 of 40
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Who among the following persons may not redeem the mortgaged property?
Correct Answer: Option D — Counsel pleading the case against mortgagee
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Counsel pleading the case against mortgagee is the correct answer to “Who among the following persons may not redeem the mortgaged property”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Transfer Of Property Act.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Transfer Of Property Act
Question 5 of 40
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Fraudulent transfer has been defined under which Section of the Transfer of Property Act, 1882?
Correct Answer: Option B — Section 53
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Section 53 is the correct answer to “Fraudulent transfer has been defined under which Section of the Transfer of Property Act, 1882”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Transfer Of Property Act.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Transfer Of Property Act
Question 6 of 40
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Section 100 of the Transfer of Property Act, 1882, shall not apply to the charge of a transferee on the trust property for expenses properly incurred in the execution of his trust and no charge shall be enforced against any property in the hands of a person to whom:
Correct Answer: Option A — Such property has been transferred for consideration and without notice of the charge
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Such property has been transferred for consideration and without notice of the charge is the correct answer to “Section 100 of the Transfer of Property Act, 1882, shall not apply to the charge of a transferee on the trust property for expenses properly incurred in the execution of his trust and no charge shall be enforced against any property in the hands of a person to whom:”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Transfer Of Property Act.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Transfer Of Property Act
Question 7 of 40
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Regard being had to the provisions of the Transfer of Property Act, 1882, match List I with List II and select the correct answer by using the given below the Lists: List-I List-II a. Lit lite pendente nihil innovetur 1. Lis pendens b. Qui jacit per allium facit per se 2. Constructive notice c. Nemo dat quod non habet 3. Onerous gift d. Qui sentit sentire debtet onus 4. Ostensible owner commodum
Correct Answer: Option B — a-1, b-2, c-4, d-3
Detailed Academic Explanation:
a-1, b-2, c-4, d-3 is the correct answer to “Regard being had to the provisions of the Transfer of Property Act, 1882, match List I with List II and select the correct answer by using the given below the Lists: List-I List-II a. Lit lite pendente nihil innovetur 1. Lis pendens b. Qui jacit per allium facit per se 2. Constructive notice c. Nemo dat quod non habet 3. Onerous gift d. Qui sentit sentire debtet onus 4. Ostensible owner commodum”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Transfer Of Property Act.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Transfer Of Property Act
Question 8 of 40
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In which of the following cases did the Supreme Court recognize the principle "once a mortgage, always a mortgage"?
Correct Answer: Option B — Mrutanjay Pane v. Narmada Bake Sasumal
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Mrutanjay Pane v. Narmada Bake Sasumal is the correct answer to “In which of the following cases did the Supreme Court recognize the principle "once a mortgage, always a mortgage"”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Transfer Of Property Act.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Transfer Of Property Act
Question 9 of 40
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The principle of marshalling applies only where there is a common debtor and not to cases of more than one debtor mortgaging their separate properties jointly for contracting the debt. This principle pertains to:
Correct Answer: Option B — Section 81 of the Transfer of Property Act, 1882
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Section 81 of the Transfer of Property Act, 1882 is the correct answer to “The principle of marshalling applies only where there is a common debtor and not to cases of more than one debtor mortgaging their separate properties jointly for contracting the debt. This principle pertains to:”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Transfer Of Property Act.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Transfer Of Property Act
Question 10 of 40
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Which of the following is not a vested interest:
Correct Answer: Option C — A' stipulates that title in a property shall pass to 'C' if he marries 'B'
Detailed Academic Explanation:
A' stipulates that title in a property shall pass to 'C' if he marries 'B' is the correct answer to “Which of the following is not a vested interest:”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Transfer Of Property Act.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Transfer Of Property Act
Question 11 of 40
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Whether transfer of property only by one of the competent co-owner of the property is legal?
Correct Answer: Option D — None of the above
Detailed Academic Explanation:
None of the above is the correct answer to “Whether transfer of property only by one of the competent co-owner of the property is legal”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Transfer Of Property Act.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Transfer Of Property Act
Question 12 of 40
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Sections 48, 78 and 79 of the Transfer of Property Act provide the example of which of the following maxims?
Correct Answer: Option A — Where equities are equal, the first in time shall prevail
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Where equities are equal, the first in time shall prevail is the correct answer to “Sections 48, 78 and 79 of the Transfer of Property Act provide the example of which of the following maxims”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Transfer Of Property Act.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Transfer Of Property Act
Question 13 of 40
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Rule against perpetuity will not be applicable in
Correct Answer: Option D — All of the above
Detailed Academic Explanation:
All of the above is the correct answer to “Rule against perpetuity will not be applicable in”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Transfer Of Property Act.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Transfer Of Property Act
Question 14 of 40
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The transfer of right to enjoyment of property for certain time is in consideration of price paid or promised to pay is called:
Correct Answer: Option B — Lease
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Lease is the correct answer to “The transfer of right to enjoyment of property for certain time is in consideration of price paid or promised to pay is called:”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Transfer Of Property Act.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Transfer Of Property Act
Question 15 of 40
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Which of the following statements is true? To claim the benefit of part performance
Correct Answer: Option B — The contract should be registered
Detailed Academic Explanation:
The contract should be registered is the correct answer to “Which of the following statements is true? To claim the benefit of part performance”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Transfer Of Property Act.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Transfer Of Property Act
Question 16 of 40
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Transfer of immovable property by way of gift requires
Correct Answer: Option D — Both A and B
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Both A and B is the correct answer to “Transfer of immovable property by way of gift requires”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Transfer Of Property Act.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Transfer Of Property Act
Question 17 of 40
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Where the mortgagor delivers, possession of the mortgaged property to the mortgagee authorizing him to retain such possession until payment of the mortgagee money and to receive the rent and profits accruing therefrom. Such a mortgage is called:
Correct Answer: Option A — Usufructuary mortgage
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Usufructuary mortgage is the correct answer to “Where the mortgagor delivers, possession of the mortgaged property to the mortgagee authorizing him to retain such possession until payment of the mortgagee money and to receive the rent and profits accruing therefrom. Such a mortgage is called:”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Transfer Of Property Act.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Transfer Of Property Act
Question 18 of 40
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Who amongst the following groups of jurists are the chief exponents of the 'Declaratory Theory' of Recognition?
Correct Answer: Option A — Hall, Brierley, Fisher and Pitt Corbett
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Hall, Brierley, Fisher and Pitt Corbett is the correct answer to “Who amongst the following groups of jurists are the chief exponents of the 'Declaratory Theory' of Recognition”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Transfer Of Property Act.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Transfer Of Property Act
Question 19 of 40
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Which of the following are "immovable property" under the Transfer of Property Act? Select the correct answer by using the below: 1. The equity of redemption 2. A hut 3. Mortgage debt 4. Right to recover maintenance allowance charged on immovable property
Correct Answer: Option B — 1, 2 and 3
Detailed Academic Explanation:
1, 2 and 3 is the correct answer to “Which of the following are "immovable property" under the Transfer of Property Act? Select the correct answer by using the below: 1. The equity of redemption 2. A hut 3. Mortgage debt 4. Right to recover maintenance allowance charged on immovable property”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Transfer Of Property Act.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Transfer Of Property Act
Question 20 of 40
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Where co-judgment debtors are in the position of joint promisors, each is:
Correct Answer: Option B — Jointly and severally liable to the decree holder
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Jointly and severally liable to the decree holder is the correct answer to “Where co-judgment debtors are in the position of joint promisors, each is:”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Transfer Of Property Act.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Transfer Of Property Act
Question 21 of 40
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A transfer cannot be made directly to an unborn person. The statement is:
Correct Answer: Option A — True
Detailed Academic Explanation:
True is the correct answer to “A transfer cannot be made directly to an unborn person. The statement is:”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Transfer Of Property Act.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Transfer Of Property Act
Question 22 of 40
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Amongst the following which subject is related to Transfer of Property Act?
Correct Answer: Option D — All of these
Detailed Academic Explanation:
All of these is the correct answer to “Amongst the following which subject is related to Transfer of Property Act”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Transfer Of Property Act.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Transfer Of Property Act
Question 23 of 40
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A right to sue for damages is-
Correct Answer: Option B — Not an actionable claim
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Not an actionable claim is the correct answer to “A right to sue for damages is-”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Transfer Of Property Act.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Transfer Of Property Act
Question 24 of 40
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In the light of provisions of the Transfer of Property Act, a minor
Correct Answer: Option D — Both B and C
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Both B and C is the correct answer to “In the light of provisions of the Transfer of Property Act, a minor”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Transfer Of Property Act.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Transfer Of Property Act
Question 25 of 40
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When mortgagor or such other person has tendered or deposited in court under section 83 of the Transfer of Property Act, 1882, the amount remaining due on the mortgage interest on the principal money
Correct Answer: Option A — Shall ceases from the date of tender
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Shall ceases from the date of tender is the correct answer to “When mortgagor or such other person has tendered or deposited in court under section 83 of the Transfer of Property Act, 1882, the amount remaining due on the mortgage interest on the principal money”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Transfer Of Property Act.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Transfer Of Property Act
Question 26 of 40
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As a policy the possession is the
Correct Answer: Option C — Nine point ownership
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Nine point ownership is the correct answer to “As a policy the possession is the”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Transfer Of Property Act.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Transfer Of Property Act
Question 27 of 40
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Which of the following properties cannot be transferred?
Correct Answer: Option C — Right to future maintenance
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Right to future maintenance is the correct answer to “Which of the following properties cannot be transferred”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Transfer Of Property Act.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Transfer Of Property Act
Question 28 of 40
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The rule of election under the Transfer of Property Act, 1882, as applied to Will is enacted in sections 180 and 192 of the:
Correct Answer: Option A — Indian Succession Act, 1925
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Indian Succession Act, 1925 is the correct answer to “The rule of election under the Transfer of Property Act, 1882, as applied to Will is enacted in sections 180 and 192 of the:”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Transfer Of Property Act.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Transfer Of Property Act
Question 29 of 40
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The rule of lis Pendens applies when the suit in which right to immovable property
Correct Answer: Option C — Is pending between two persons and one of them sells property
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Is pending between two persons and one of them sells property is the correct answer to “The rule of lis Pendens applies when the suit in which right to immovable property”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Transfer Of Property Act.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Transfer Of Property Act
Question 30 of 40
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Assertion (A): Section 14 of Transfer of Property Act provides for the Rules against perpetuity. Reasons (R): This rule is based on public policy. Select the correct from the given below:
Correct Answer: Option A — Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is the correct explanation of (A)
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is the correct explanation of (A) is the correct answer to “Assertion (A): Section 14 of Transfer of Property Act provides for the Rules against perpetuity. Reasons (R): This rule is based on public policy. Select the correct from the given below:”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Transfer Of Property Act.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Transfer Of Property Act
Question 31 of 40
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"A vested interest is not defeated by the death of the transferee before he obtains possession" is provided in which one of the following sections of the Transfer of Property Act, 1882.
Correct Answer: Option B — Section 19
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Section 19 is the correct answer to “"A vested interest is not defeated by the death of the transferee before he obtains possession" is provided in which one of the following sections of the Transfer of Property Act, 1882.”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Transfer Of Property Act.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Transfer Of Property Act
Question 32 of 40
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Which statement is not correct about mortgage?
Correct Answer: Option B — There is a transfer of ownership in mortgage
Detailed Academic Explanation:
There is a transfer of ownership in mortgage is the correct answer to “Which statement is not correct about mortgage”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Transfer Of Property Act.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Transfer Of Property Act
Question 33 of 40
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Which one of the following statements is incorrect according to the Transfer of Property Act?
Correct Answer: Option D — A transfer of property can be made where transfer will operate only after the death of the transferor
Detailed Academic Explanation:
A transfer of property can be made where transfer will operate only after the death of the transferor is the correct answer to “Which one of the following statements is incorrect according to the Transfer of Property Act”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Transfer Of Property Act.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Transfer Of Property Act
Question 34 of 40
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Under Section 3 of Transfer of Property Act an instrument is defined as
Correct Answer: Option B — A non testamentary instrument
Detailed Academic Explanation:
A non testamentary instrument is the correct answer to “Under Section 3 of Transfer of Property Act an instrument is defined as”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Transfer Of Property Act.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Transfer Of Property Act
Question 35 of 40
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A lease is terminated by
Correct Answer: Option D — All of these
Detailed Academic Explanation:
All of these is the correct answer to “A lease is terminated by”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Transfer Of Property Act.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Transfer Of Property Act
Question 36 of 40
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Doctrine of "Lis Pendens" is given under which section of the Transfer of Property Act
Correct Answer: Option B — 52
Detailed Academic Explanation:
52 is the correct answer to “Doctrine of "Lis Pendens" is given under which section of the Transfer of Property Act”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Transfer Of Property Act.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Transfer Of Property Act
Question 37 of 40
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A' lets a house to 'B' for five years. 'B' underlets the house to 'C' at a monthly rent of Rs. 1000/-. The five years expire, but 'C' continues in possession of the house and pays the rent to 'A'. The lease of 'C':
Correct Answer: Option B — Is renewed from month to month
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Is renewed from month to month is the correct answer to “A' lets a house to 'B' for five years. 'B' underlets the house to 'C' at a monthly rent of Rs. 1000/-. The five years expire, but 'C' continues in possession of the house and pays the rent to 'A'. The lease of 'C':”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Transfer Of Property Act.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Transfer Of Property Act
Question 38 of 40
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What is the default interest payable under section 63 and 63 A of the Transfer of Property Act, 1882?
Correct Answer: Option B — 9% per annum
Detailed Academic Explanation:
9% per annum is the correct answer to “What is the default interest payable under section 63 and 63 A of the Transfer of Property Act, 1882”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Transfer Of Property Act.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Transfer Of Property Act
Question 39 of 40
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★ Civil Judge
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In case of usufructuary mortgage, the mortgagee:
Correct Answer: Option C — Is delivered the possession and is authorized to appropriate the rents and profits accruing from the property
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Is delivered the possession and is authorized to appropriate the rents and profits accruing from the property is the correct answer to “In case of usufructuary mortgage, the mortgagee:”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Transfer Of Property Act.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Transfer Of Property Act
Question 40 of 40
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Transfer of immovable property by way of gift not comprises necessary element is:
Correct Answer: Option D — Only delivery of the property
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Only delivery of the property is the correct answer to “Transfer of immovable property by way of gift not comprises necessary element is:”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Transfer Of Property Act.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Transfer Of Property Act
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