Mulla – The Registration Act

Mulla – The Registration Act is an authoritative commentary on the Registration Act, 1908, a key legislation governing the registration of documents relating to property and legal transactions in India. Originally authored by Sir Dinshah Fardunji Mulla and updated by Srinath Sridevan, the book provides detailed interpretation of statutory provisions supported by judicial precedents. The commentary explains provisions relating to compulsory registration of documents, optional registration, time limits, place of registration, powers and duties of registering officers, and the evidentiary value of registered documents in court proceedings. It also discusses consequences of non‑registration and the legal impact on property rights and contractual transactions. The work is particularly useful for advocates handling property disputes, conveyancing matters, and real estate documentation. Law students and researchers also benefit from its analytical explanation of statutory provisions and case law developments. Because of its clarity and authoritative analysis, Mulla – The Registration Act remains a trusted reference in legal practice and academic study related to property registration law in India.