In India, registration laws ensure legal validity and transparency in various transactions. The Registration Act, 1908mandates the registration of property documents, while the Indian Stamp Act, 1899 governs stamp duty for validating legal documents. The Companies Act, 2013 requires businesses to register with the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) to ensure compliance.
The Societies Registration Act, 1860 provides legal recognition to societies and NGOs, and the Trade Marks Act, 1999governs trademark registration to protect brand ownership. Additionally, the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988 ensures legal vehicle ownership and compliance with taxation laws.
Personal registrations are also vital in India, with the Births and Deaths Registration Act, 1969 providing proof of identity, while the Hindu Marriage Act, 1955 and Special Marriage Act, 1954 regulate marriage registrations for legal proof and related rights.