Correct option is D
All the options listed—
a public office, a mere chance to succeed, and a mere right of re-entry—are types of properties that
cannot be transferred under
Section 6 of the Transfer of Property Act, 1882. This section specifies various kinds of properties and interests that cannot be legally transferred.
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Section 6 of the Transfer of Property Act, 1882
Section 6 of the Transfer of Property Act, 1882, outlines the general rule that property of any kind may be transferred. However, there are several exceptions to this rule, and these exceptions include certain rights and properties that cannot be transferred due to their personal nature, uncertainty, or legal restrictions.
Let’s break down the options:
1.
Public Office: A
public office cannot be transferred because it is not a personal property right that can be sold, assigned, or transferred to another individual. Public offices come with duties and responsibilities that are tied to the person appointed to the office, and therefore, they cannot be transferred under property law.
2.
Mere Chance to Succeed: A
mere chance to succeed to an estate or other form of property, also referred to as a "spes successionis," is a speculative future right that cannot be transferred. For example, the mere hope or expectation that someone will inherit property from a relative in the future cannot be sold or transferred. This type of transfer is prohibited because it is uncertain and not a guaranteed right.
3.
Mere Right of Re-entry: A
mere right of re-entry refers to the right of a property owner to re-enter the property after a lease has been violated or terminated. This right is considered a personal legal remedy rather than a transferable interest. Therefore, it cannot be transferred to someone else unless combined with ownership of the property.
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Other Exceptions Under Section 6
In addition to the above exceptions, Section 6 also prohibits the transfer of the following:
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Right to future maintenance: This is a personal right to receive maintenance and cannot be transferred.
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Easements: Easements, such as the right of way or light, cannot be transferred apart from the dominant heritage (the property benefiting from the easement).
