Principle

LAND LAW – Land Use Act, Consent to Alienation and Validity of Mortgage Deed – Inchoate Nature of Transactions Without Governor’s Consent Under Section 22 Land Use Act

Area of law
LAND LAW
Court
Supreme Court

Under the Land Use Act, alienation without the Governor's consent is ineffective. The transaction is inchoate—it does not pass any interest until consent is obtained. The principle applies to mortgages, leases, and sales. The consent must be obtained before any interest passes. The rule protects…

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