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Stamp Duty Law: Stamp Duty on Sale Agreements

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What is the purpose of Stamp Duty?

  1. To generate revenue for the government.

  2. To regulate the transfer of property.

  3. To protect the rights of buyers and sellers.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Stamp Duty serves multiple purposes, including generating revenue for the government, regulating the transfer of property, and protecting the rights of buyers and sellers.

What is the rate of Stamp Duty on sale agreements in India?

  1. 5%

  2. 7%

  3. 10%

  4. 12%


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The rate of Stamp Duty on sale agreements in India is generally 5% of the sale consideration.

Who is responsible for paying Stamp Duty on a sale agreement?

  1. The buyer

  2. The seller

  3. Both the buyer and the seller

  4. None of the above


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

In India, both the buyer and the seller are jointly and severally liable for paying Stamp Duty on a sale agreement.

What is the time limit for paying Stamp Duty on a sale agreement?

  1. 30 days

  2. 60 days

  3. 90 days

  4. 120 days


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The time limit for paying Stamp Duty on a sale agreement in India is generally 30 days from the date of execution of the agreement.

What are the consequences of not paying Stamp Duty on a sale agreement?

  1. The agreement is void.

  2. The buyer and seller may be fined.

  3. The property may be confiscated.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Not paying Stamp Duty on a sale agreement can have serious consequences, including the agreement being void, the buyer and seller being fined, and the property being confiscated.

What is the procedure for paying Stamp Duty on a sale agreement?

  1. The buyer and seller must go to the Stamp Duty office and pay the duty in person.

  2. The buyer and seller can pay the duty online.

  3. The buyer and seller can use a stamp paper to pay the duty.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The procedure for paying Stamp Duty on a sale agreement can vary depending on the state in India, but generally, the buyer and seller can pay the duty in person at the Stamp Duty office, online, or by using a stamp paper.

What is the difference between Stamp Duty and Registration Fee?

  1. Stamp Duty is a tax, while Registration Fee is a fee.

  2. Stamp Duty is paid on the sale consideration, while Registration Fee is paid on the value of the property.

  3. Stamp Duty is paid at the time of execution of the sale agreement, while Registration Fee is paid at the time of registration of the property.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Stamp Duty and Registration Fee are two different charges levied on the transfer of property. Stamp Duty is a tax, while Registration Fee is a fee. Stamp Duty is paid on the sale consideration, while Registration Fee is paid on the value of the property. Stamp Duty is paid at the time of execution of the sale agreement, while Registration Fee is paid at the time of registration of the property.

What are the exemptions from Stamp Duty on sale agreements?

  1. Sale of agricultural land

  2. Sale of residential property up to a certain value

  3. Sale of property to a government body

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

There are a number of exemptions from Stamp Duty on sale agreements in India, including sale of agricultural land, sale of residential property up to a certain value, and sale of property to a government body.

What is the importance of Stamp Duty on sale agreements?

  1. It generates revenue for the government.

  2. It regulates the transfer of property.

  3. It protects the rights of buyers and sellers.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Stamp Duty on sale agreements serves multiple purposes, including generating revenue for the government, regulating the transfer of property, and protecting the rights of buyers and sellers.

What are the consequences of not paying Stamp Duty on a sale agreement?

  1. The agreement is void.

  2. The buyer and seller may be fined.

  3. The property may be confiscated.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Not paying Stamp Duty on a sale agreement can have serious consequences, including the agreement being void, the buyer and seller being fined, and the property being confiscated.

What is the procedure for paying Stamp Duty on a sale agreement?

  1. The buyer and seller must go to the Stamp Duty office and pay the duty in person.

  2. The buyer and seller can pay the duty online.

  3. The buyer and seller can use a stamp paper to pay the duty.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The procedure for paying Stamp Duty on a sale agreement can vary depending on the state in India, but generally, the buyer and seller can pay the duty in person at the Stamp Duty office, online, or by using a stamp paper.

What is the difference between Stamp Duty and Registration Fee?

  1. Stamp Duty is a tax, while Registration Fee is a fee.

  2. Stamp Duty is paid on the sale consideration, while Registration Fee is paid on the value of the property.

  3. Stamp Duty is paid at the time of execution of the sale agreement, while Registration Fee is paid at the time of registration of the property.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Stamp Duty and Registration Fee are two different charges levied on the transfer of property. Stamp Duty is a tax, while Registration Fee is a fee. Stamp Duty is paid on the sale consideration, while Registration Fee is paid on the value of the property. Stamp Duty is paid at the time of execution of the sale agreement, while Registration Fee is paid at the time of registration of the property.

What are the exemptions from Stamp Duty on sale agreements?

  1. Sale of agricultural land

  2. Sale of residential property up to a certain value

  3. Sale of property to a government body

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

There are a number of exemptions from Stamp Duty on sale agreements in India, including sale of agricultural land, sale of residential property up to a certain value, and sale of property to a government body.

What is the importance of Stamp Duty on sale agreements?

  1. It generates revenue for the government.

  2. It regulates the transfer of property.

  3. It protects the rights of buyers and sellers.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Stamp Duty on sale agreements serves multiple purposes, including generating revenue for the government, regulating the transfer of property, and protecting the rights of buyers and sellers.

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