Which of the following documents requires compulsory registration?
Verified Answer
A. Instrument of gift of immovable property
B. Will
C. Lease of immovable property for period below one year
D. Instrument acknowledging receipt of payment
Explanation:
Section 17(1)(a) of the Registration Act, 1908, lists 'instruments of gift of immovable property' as compulsorily registrable. Wills are optional, and leases for less than one year are also optional.