Scope of the Act ( TP )

• The scope of the TP Act is limited.

• It does not cover the entire dimension of transfer of property.

• The Act applies to transfers by act of parties.

• It does not regulate a transfer by operation of law i.e.

-Insolvency declared by court, Inheritance.

-Forfeiture or Sale in execution of decree

 • The Act applies only to transfers  inter vivos i.e. transfer by one living person to another living person.

• A transfer of property which takes place under a will or succession is not covered by this Act.

• A major portion of the enactment is applicable to the transfer of immovable of property.

• It saves the rules of Mohammedan Law.