Land Registration: Master the Principles of Registered and Unregistered Land

Question 1

Which of the following is NOT a benefit of registering land under the Land Registration Act 2002?

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Guaranteed compensation for any loss suffered due to registration errors

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Enhanced security of title

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Simplified conveyancing

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Easier accessibility to land ownership information

Question 2

Describe the process by which a person can apply to have their land registered under the Land Registration Act 2002.

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By submitting an application to the Land Registry

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By applying to the High Court

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By registering the land with the local council

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By completing a transfer deed and lodging it with the Land Registry

Question 3

What is the role of the Land Registry in relation to registered land?

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To maintain a central electronic database of all registered land

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To investigate and resolve disputes over land ownership

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To provide legal advice to landowners

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To collect and distribute land taxes

Question 4

Which of the following is NOT a type of estate in land that can be registered under the Land Registration Act 2002?

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Restrictive covenant

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Fee simple

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Leasehold

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Life estate

Question 5

Under the Land Registration Act 2002, which of the following is a foundational principle?

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The register serves as the official record of legal ownership.

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Unregistered land receives the same level of protection as registered land.

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Mere possession of land is sufficient to establish ownership.

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Land registration is optional, and owners can decide not to register their land.

Question 6

In England and Wales, what is the title of the official register that records land ownership?

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The Land Registry

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The Ordnance Survey

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The Land Information and Mapping Centre

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The Cadastral Map

Question 7

Which of the following interests in land is not eligible for registration under the Land Registration Act 2002?

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Equitable easements

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Freehold estates

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Leasehold estates

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Restrictive covenants

Question 8

What is the effect of registering land under the Land Registration Act 2002?

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It establishes a presumption of ownership.

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It guarantees absolute legal ownership of the land.

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It offers complete protection against third-party claims.

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It has no impact on the legal ownership of the land.

Question 9

What is the distinction between an absolute title and a possessory title to land?

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An absolute title guarantees ownership, while a possessory title is based on possession alone.

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A possessory title is superior to an absolute title.

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There is no difference between the two types of title.

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Absolute titles are more common than possessory titles.

Question 10

What is the primary purpose of a Land Registry search?

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To obtain information about the ownership and interests affecting a specific property.

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To register a new property with the Land Registry.

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To transfer ownership of a property.

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To apply for a mortgage on a property.

Question 11

What is the main responsibility of the Land Registry in relation to registered land?

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Maintaining the register of land ownership

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Guaranteeing the accuracy of the register

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Resolving disputes related to land ownership

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Providing legal advice on land matters

Question 12

Which of the following is NOT classified as an overriding interest under the Land Registration Act 2002?

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Unilateral notices

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Adverse possession

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Legal easements

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Restrictive covenants

Question 13

What is the legal effect of registering a restriction against a registered title?

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It prohibits the disposition of the land without the consent of the person who registered the restriction.

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It creates an equitable interest in favor of the person who registered the restriction.

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It gives the person who registered the restriction the exclusive right to occupy the land.

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It has no legal effect.

Question 14

What is the main function of the Land Registry under the Land Registration Act 2002?

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To maintain the register of titles and charges

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To resolve disputes over land ownership

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To provide advice on land law matters

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To investigate fraud and other illegal activities related to land

Question 15

What is the purpose of the 'first registration' process under the Land Registration Act 2002?

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To register a title to land that has not previously been registered

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To transfer a registered title from one person to another

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To modify an existing registered title

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To cancel a registered title

Question 16

What is the official name of the registry established by the Land Registration Act 2002?

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Land Registry

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Property Register

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Title Register

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Ownership Register

Question 17

Which of the following interests CANNOT be registered on the Land Registry?

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Future interest

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Freehold ownership

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Leasehold ownership

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Easement

Question 18

What is the primary distinction between registered and unregistered land?

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Registered land has a conclusive record of ownership, while unregistered land does not

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Unregistered land is more secure than registered land

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There is no legal difference between registered and unregistered land

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Registered land is more expensive to transfer than unregistered land

Question 19

What is the process of converting unregistered land to registered land known as?

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First registration

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Compulsory registration

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Voluntary registration

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Automatic registration

Question 20

Which body is responsible for maintaining the Land Registry?

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The Land Registry

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The Law Society

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The Ministry of Justice

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Conveyancing solicitors

Question 21

What is the difference between an Absolute Title and a Good Leasehold Title?

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An Absolute Title is the highest form of title, while a Good Leasehold Title is a lesser form of title

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A Good Leasehold Title is a higher form of title than an Absolute Title

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There is no difference between an Absolute Title and a Good Leasehold Title

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An Absolute Title is more expensive to obtain than a Good Leasehold Title

Question 22

What is a potential drawback of the growing use of technology in land registration?

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Greater complexity

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Improved accuracy

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Lower costs

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Increased security

Question 23

Which of the following is NOT a type of overriding interest in registered land?

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Legal mortgages

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Easements

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Restrictive covenants

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Adverse possession

Question 24

What is a key advantage of registering a charge on land?

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Both b and c

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It creates a legal mortgage over the property

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It gives the lender priority over other creditors in the event of a default

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It protects the lender from fraudulent claims on the property

Question 25

Which of the following is NOT an overriding interest under the Land Registration Act 2002?

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An option to purchase

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A right of way

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A restrictive covenant

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An easement

Question 26

What is the main distinction between a registered disposition and an unregistered disposition under the Land Registration Act 2002?

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A registered disposition is protected by the guarantee of title, while an unregistered disposition is not

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A registered disposition takes effect immediately, while an unregistered disposition takes effect only upon registration

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A registered disposition must be in writing, while an unregistered disposition can be oral

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There is no distinction between a registered disposition and an unregistered disposition

Question 27

What is the fundamental distinction between a freehold interest and a leasehold interest in land?

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A freehold interest is an ownership interest that lasts indefinitely, while a leasehold interest is a possessory interest that lasts for a fixed period of time

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A freehold interest is more valuable than a leasehold interest

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There is no difference between a freehold interest and a leasehold interest

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A freehold interest can be sold, while a leasehold interest cannot

Question 28

What is the primary purpose of a restrictive covenant under the Land Registration Act 2002?

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To restrict the use or development of land

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To transfer ownership of land

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To create a leasehold interest

Question 29

What is the primary legal effect of registering a notice of trust on the Land Register under the Land Registration Act 2002?

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It prevents the registered proprietor from selling or transferring the land without the consent of the beneficiaries

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It creates a new legal estate in the land

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It makes the land subject to a restrictive covenant

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It has no legal effect

Question 30

**Principle 1**: The register accurately reflects the state of ownership of the land. This principle is known as the:

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Mirror principle

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Indefeasibility principle

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Overriding interests principle

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Easements principle

Question 31

The primary legal effect of registering land under the Land Registration Act 2002 is to:

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Create a conclusive record of ownership.

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Guarantee title against all claims

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Override all equitable interests.

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Grant exclusive possession of the land.

Question 32

In comparison to unregistered land, a key characteristic of registered land is that it:

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Has a guaranteed title

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Is less valuable

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Is more difficult to transfer

Question 33

The primary function of the Land Registry in the land registration system is to:

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Maintain the official register of land ownership

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Determine the validity of land titles

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Resolve disputes between landowners

Question 34

To register land under the Land Registration Act 2002, the applicant should:

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Submit an application to the Land Registry with supporting evidence

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Register only if the land is freehold

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Automatically register upon purchase of land

Question 35

Which of the following is a key principle of the Land Registration Act 2002?

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Title to registered land is guaranteed by the state.

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Easements are not registrable.

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Overriding interests do not bind successors in title.

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Registration is optional for all dispositions of land.

Question 36

What is the legal effect of an overriding interest?

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It binds a purchaser of registered land even if not registered.

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It can only be created by express grant.

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It is always registrable.

Question 37

What is the primary purpose of the Land Registry?

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To provide a secure and publicly accessible record of ownership of land.

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To regulate land use planning.

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To collect property taxes.

Question 38

Which of the following is a significant advantage of registering land?

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It provides greater security of title.

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It reduces the cost of conveyancing.

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It makes it easier to sell the land without a solicitor.

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It guarantees the value of the land.

Question 39

What is the fundamental distinction between registered and unregistered land?

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Registered land has a guaranteed title, while unregistered land does not.

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Unregistered land is more difficult to sell than registered land.

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Registered land is more valuable than unregistered land.

Question 40

What is the correct process to follow when registering land?

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Submitting an application to the Land Registry, accompanied by supporting documentation.

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Filing a claim with the local authority.

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Publishing a notice in a national newspaper.

Question 41

What is the legal effect of a restriction on the register?

Accepted Answer

It prevents certain dealings with the land without the consent of the person who imposed the restriction.

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It guarantees the title to the land.

Question 42

What is the primary role of the Land Registrar?

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To decide whether to register land and to maintain the register.

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To investigate disputes over land ownership.

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To provide legal advice to landowners.

Question 43

What is the concept of 'indefeasibility of title' as it applies to registered land?

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The title of a registered proprietor cannot be challenged, except in limited circumstances.

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The title is guaranteed by the state for all time.

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The land is immune from all claims.

Question 44

What is the primary difference between a freehold and a leasehold estate?

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A freehold estate is an estate of indefinite duration, while a leasehold estate is an estate for a fixed period of time.

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A freehold estate is more valuable than a leasehold estate.