Section 23
Time for presenting documents
Subject to the provisions contained in sections 24, 25 and 26, no document other than a will shall be accepted for registration unless presented for that purpose to the proper officer within 20[three months] from the date of its execution:
Explanation
Provided that a copy of a decree or order may be presented within 21[three months] from the day on which the decree or order was made, or, where it is appealable, within 22[three months] from the day on which it becomes final.