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Stamp Duty Law: Stamp Duty on Gift Deeds

Description: This quiz will test your knowledge on the Stamp Duty Law, specifically focusing on the Stamp Duty on Gift Deeds.
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What is the purpose of the Stamp Duty Law?

  1. To generate revenue for the government

  2. To regulate the transfer of property

  3. To protect the rights of property owners

  4. To prevent fraud and forgery


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The primary purpose of the Stamp Duty Law is to generate revenue for the government through the imposition of stamp duty on certain types of documents, including gift deeds.

What is a gift deed?

  1. A legal document that transfers property from one person to another without any consideration

  2. A legal document that transfers property from one person to another for a consideration

  3. A legal document that creates a trust

  4. A legal document that transfers property from one person to another upon death


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A gift deed is a legal document that transfers property from one person to another without any consideration, meaning that the recipient does not have to pay anything in exchange for the property.

Is stamp duty payable on gift deeds?

  1. Yes

  2. No


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Yes, stamp duty is payable on gift deeds in India. The amount of stamp duty payable varies depending on the value of the property being transferred.

What is the rate of stamp duty on gift deeds?

  1. 1%

  2. 2%

  3. 3%

  4. 4%


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The rate of stamp duty on gift deeds in India is typically 2% of the value of the property being transferred.

Who is responsible for paying stamp duty on gift deeds?

  1. The donor

  2. The donee

  3. Both the donor and the donee

  4. None of the above


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The donor, or the person who is transferring the property, is typically responsible for paying stamp duty on gift deeds.

When is stamp duty payable on gift deeds?

  1. At the time of execution of the gift deed

  2. Within 30 days of execution of the gift deed

  3. Within 60 days of execution of the gift deed

  4. Within 90 days of execution of the gift deed


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Stamp duty on gift deeds is typically payable within 30 days of the execution of the gift deed.

What happens if stamp duty is not paid on a gift deed?

  1. The gift deed is void

  2. The donor is liable to pay a penalty

  3. The donee is liable to pay a penalty

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

If stamp duty is not paid on a gift deed, the gift deed may be void, the donor may be liable to pay a penalty, and the donee may be liable to pay a penalty.

Are there any exemptions from stamp duty on gift deeds?

  1. Yes

  2. No


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Yes, there are certain exemptions from stamp duty on gift deeds, such as gifts between close relatives and gifts for charitable purposes.

What are the consequences of not registering a gift deed?

  1. The gift deed is void

  2. The donor is liable to pay a penalty

  3. The donee is liable to pay a penalty

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

If a gift deed is not registered, the gift deed may be void, the donor may be liable to pay a penalty, and the donee may be liable to pay a penalty.

What is the time limit for registering a gift deed?

  1. 30 days

  2. 60 days

  3. 90 days

  4. 120 days


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The time limit for registering a gift deed is typically 90 days from the date of execution of the gift deed.

What documents are required for registering a gift deed?

  1. The gift deed

  2. The title deed of the property

  3. The identity proof of the donor and the donee

  4. The address proof of the donor and the donee

  5. All of the above


Correct Option: E
Explanation:

All of the above documents are typically required for registering a gift deed.

What is the procedure for registering a gift deed?

  1. The gift deed must be presented to the Sub-Registrar's office

  2. The stamp duty must be paid

  3. The gift deed must be signed by the donor and the donee

  4. The gift deed must be attested by two witnesses

  5. All of the above


Correct Option: E
Explanation:

All of the above steps are typically involved in the procedure for registering a gift deed.

What are the benefits of registering a gift deed?

  1. It provides legal protection to the donor and the donee

  2. It creates a public record of the transfer of property

  3. It helps to prevent fraud and forgery

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

All of the above are benefits of registering a gift deed.

What are the consequences of not paying stamp duty on a gift deed?

  1. The gift deed is void

  2. The donor is liable to pay a penalty

  3. The donee is liable to pay a penalty

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

All of the above are consequences of not paying stamp duty on a gift deed.

What is the rate of stamp duty on gift deeds in India?

  1. 1%

  2. 2%

  3. 3%

  4. 4%


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The rate of stamp duty on gift deeds in India is typically 2% of the value of the property being transferred.

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