This outstanding work appears in its third edition. In this edition, the topics that frequently appear before a busy lawyer, i.e. applicability of the doctrine of lis pendens, part-performance, rule against perpetuity, vested interest, transfer by co-owner, redemption of mortgage, mortgagee’s right to foreclosure or sale, determination of lease, effect of holding over, mode of creation of gift, have been analysed in the light of pronouncements of the Apex Court and different High Courts. Many critical issues, such as transfer of property in favour of unborn child and universal donee are discussed at length. The work is indispensable for busy lawyers, law-makers and other members of the legal fraternity.