What covenant states that the grantor has the right to convey the title in a general warranty deed?

The correct answer is the covenant of seisin. This covenant specifically ensures that the grantor holds the title to the property and has the legal right to convey it to the grantee. It confirms that the grantor owns the estate being transferred and has the authority to transfer that ownership. This is fundamental in a general warranty deed because it provides assurance to the buyer that they are receiving a legitimate title and that the seller has the right to sell the property.

In real estate transactions, the covenant of seisin is crucial as it protects the grantee from future legal disputes regarding ownership. If this covenant is breached, the grantee has the right to take legal action against the grantor.

The other covenants mentioned serve different purposes. The covenant of quiet enjoyment guarantees that the grantee will not be disturbed by others claiming superior title, while the covenant against encumbrances assures that the property is free from liens or other encumbrances not disclosed in the deed. The covenant of warranty forever provides an ongoing guarantee of the title against future claims, beyond the initial transfer, but it does not address the grantor's right to convey the title specifically like the covenant of seisin does.