The Registration Act, 1908

The Registration Act, 1908 is an Indian law that regulates the registration of various documents to ensure conservation of evidence, prevention of fraud and assurance of title. The Act applies to the whole of India, except for the State of Jammu and Kashmir. It mandates the registration of documents such as sale deeds, mortgage deeds, leases, and gift deeds, among others. The registration of these documents provides a legal guarantee of ownership and safeguards the rights of property owners. The Act also establishes the office of the Registrar, who is responsible for the registration of documents, maintaining records, and providing certified copies of documents when required.