Segment 2: Questions 21–40
- What does Section 60 of the Registration Act, 1908, certify?
a) That the document is properly stamped
b) That the document is duly registered
c) That the document is executed before the Registrar
d) That the document is free of legal disputes
[read more] Answer: b) That the document is duly registered
Explanation: Section 60 certifies that the document has been registered in the records, and the certificate acts as evidence of registration. [/read]
- Under Section 32 of the Registration Act, 1908, who can present a document for registration?
a) The executing party only
b) The claimant only
c) Either the executing party or their agent
d) Only the Sub-Registrar
[read more] Answer: c) Either the executing party or their agent
Explanation: Section 32 allows the person executing the document or their duly authorized agent to present the document for registration. [/read]
- What is the fee for inspecting documents under the Registration Act, 1908?
a) Fixed by the central government
b) Fixed by the state government
c) No fee is charged
d) Fixed by the Registrar’s discretion
[read more] Answer: b) Fixed by the state government
Explanation: The fee for inspecting documents is determined by the state government and varies across different states in India. [/read]
- What does Section 22 of the Registration Act, 1908, deal with?
a) Documents relating to immovable property in India
b) Wills executed outside India
c) Documents written in multiple languages
d) Documents executed by minors
[read more] Answer: a) Documents relating to immovable property in India
Explanation: Section 22 specifies the registration of documents relating to immovable property and outlines the proper jurisdiction for such registrations. [/read]
- Which section allows the Registrar to refuse to register certain documents?
a) Section 19
b) Section 22
c) Section 25
d) Section 35
[read more] Answer: a) Section 19
Explanation: Section 19 empowers the Registrar to refuse registration if a document appears to be illegal or improperly executed. [/read]
- What is addressed under Section 67 of the Registration Act, 1908?
a) Document registration outside India
b) Appeals against refusal to register
c) Maintenance of indexes in registration offices
d) Inquiry into the authenticity of documents
[read more] Answer: b) Appeals against refusal to register
Explanation: Section 67 provides the procedure for filing an appeal when a Registrar refuses to register a document. [/read]
- Under Section 70, who is responsible for maintaining proper records in a registration office?
a) The executing party
b) The Registrar
c) The state government
d) The Sub-Registrar
[read more] Answer: b) The Registrar
Explanation: Section 70 places the responsibility of maintaining records and registers in a registration office on the Registrar. [/read]
- What does Section 75 of the Registration Act, 1908, state?
a) Cancellation of improperly registered documents
b) Appeals to the court in case of disputes
c) Execution of wills
d) Power to summon witnesses
[read more] Answer: d) Power to summon witnesses
Explanation: Section 75 empowers the Registrar to summon witnesses for verifying the facts related to a document. [/read]
- Which section deals with the rules for rectifying mistakes in registered documents?
a) Section 76
b) Section 77
c) Section 78
d) Section 79
[read more] Answer: b) Section 77
Explanation: Section 77 outlines the procedure for rectifying clerical errors in registered documents or records upon application by the concerned parties. [/read]
- What is the jurisdiction for registering a document under the Registration Act, 1908?
a) The place where the document is executed
b) The place where one of the parties resides
c) The office of the Sub-Registrar closest to the property
d) The state capital
[read more] Answer: c) The office of the Sub-Registrar closest to the property
Explanation: As per the Act, documents must be registered in the Sub-Registrar’s office that has jurisdiction over the area where the property is situated. [/read]
- Which section allows for the recovery of fines imposed under the Act?
a) Section 80
b) Section 81
c) Section 82
d) Section 83
[read more] Answer: a) Section 80
Explanation: Section 80 provides the procedure for recovering fines imposed for contraventions of the Act. [/read]
- Under Section 33, what type of document requires compulsory presentation before a Registrar?
a) A lease for less than a year
b) A sale deed
c) A power of attorney
d) A will
[read more] Answer: c) A power of attorney
Explanation: Section 33 requires that power of attorney documents used for registration purposes must be presented before the Registrar. [/read]
- What is the objective of Section 58 of the Registration Act, 1908?
a) Issuing certificates of registration
b) Rectifying errors
c) Recording endorsements on registered documents
d) Notifying disputes
[read more] Answer: c) Recording endorsements on registered documents
Explanation: Section 58 requires the registering officer to record endorsements on documents regarding the date, time, and other particulars of registration. [/read]
- What is the penalty for late registration of documents as per Section 25?
a) No penalty
b) Fine equal to the registration fee
c) Fine not exceeding 10 times the registration fee
d) Imprisonment
[read more] Answer: c) Fine not exceeding 10 times the registration fee
Explanation: Section 25 allows the Registrar to impose a fine not exceeding ten times the registration fee for late presentation of documents. [/read]
- Which section covers the protection of registered documents against loss or damage?
a) Section 52
b) Section 51
c) Section 50
d) Section 53
[read more] Answer: b) Section 51
Explanation: Section 51 mandates proper maintenance and protection of registered documents to prevent loss or damage. [/read]
- Which documents can be registered at any time without penalty?
a) Wills
b) Mortgages
c) Sale deeds
d) Gift deeds
[read more] Answer: a) Wills
Explanation: Wills are an exception under the Act and can be registered at any time, even after the death of the testator. [/read]
- What does Section 89 of the Registration Act, 1908, pertain to?
a) Compulsory registration of leases
b) Exemption of certain documents from registration
c) Deposit of wills
d) Appointment of Sub-Registrars
[read more] Answer: b) Exemption of certain documents from registration
Explanation: Section 89 exempts certain documents, such as government notifications, from the requirement of compulsory registration. [/read]
- Who appoints the Registrars and Sub-Registrars as per the Registration Act, 1908?
a) The President of India
b) The Chief Justice
c) The State Government
d) The Ministry of Law
[read more] Answer: c) The State Government
Explanation: The appointment of Registrars and Sub-Registrars is carried out by the respective state governments under the Act. [/read]
- Which section deals with the presentation of documents by minors?
a) Section 33
b) Section 34
c) Section 35
d) Section 36
[read more] Answer: a) Section 33
Explanation: Section 33 outlines that documents executed by minors require special consideration for registration, ensuring legal validity. [/read]
- What does Section 69 of the Registration Act, 1908, deal with?
a) Maintenance of registers
b) Formulation of rules by state governments
c) Submission of appeals
d) Maintenance of indexes
[read more] Answer: b) Formulation of rules by state governments
Explanation: Section 69 gives state governments the power to formulate rules for implementing the provisions of the Act. [/read]
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