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The Option To Buy Agreement serves as a crucial instrument in Indian business and real estate transactions, providing potential buyers with the flexibility to secure future purchase rights while conducting necessary due diligence or arranging financing. This document is particularly valuable in scenarios where immediate purchase isn't feasible or desired, but parties want to lock in the opportunity and terms for a future transaction. The agreement must comply with Indian legal requirements, including those under the Indian Contract Act, Transfer of Property Act, and relevant stamp duty laws. It typically includes detailed provisions about the option period, strike price, exercise mechanisms, and conditions precedent, while also addressing registration requirements if the option relates to immovable property. The document is commonly used in real estate development, corporate acquisitions, and investment transactions where parties need time to evaluate the opportunity or secure resources before committing to the full purchase.
