Transfer of Property Act, 1882

Section 29

Definition of "gift" and "transfer of property" in certain cases

⚡ Quick Answer Reference: Section 29 TPA

Provision: Section 29 of TPA
Act: Transfer of Property Act, 1882
Classification: property
Jurisdiction: India

Statutory Content

What does Section 29 of TPA say?

Where, by a contract, a person transfers, or agrees to transfer, to another person, any property of which the transferor is, as such, absolutely entitled, without delivering possession of the property to the transferee, the transfer is called a "gift" of that property. The transfer of such property is called a "transfer of property by gift". Where, by a contract, a person transfers, or agrees to transfer, to another person, any property of which the transferor is, as such, entitled to absolute ownership, but is prevented from delivering possession of the property to the transferee, the transfer is called a "gift" of that property. The transfer of such property is called a "transfer of property by gift".

Indian StandardSection 29, Transfer of Property Act, 1882

Bluebook (21st ed.)Transfer of Property Act, 1882, § 29 (India)

Court Pleading StandardSection 29 of the Transfer of Property Act, 1882

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Common Questions about Section 29 TPA

What is Section 29 of TPA?

Section 29 of the Transfer of Property Act, 1882 (TPA) defines and regulates "Definition of "gift" and "transfer of property" in certain cases". The section states: Where, by a contract, a person transfers, or agrees to transfer, to another person, any property of which the transferor is, as such, absolutely entitled, without delivering posses...

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