Tag: indian contract act

11. A sold 100 quintals of groundnut oil to B. Before it could be delivered to ‘B’ the Govt. of India requisitioned the whole quantity lying with ‘A’ in public interest. ‘B’ wants to sue ‘A’ for breach of contract. Advise B.

1. Facts of the Case The issue for consideration is whether A’s non-performance, caused by government requisition, amounts to breach of contract under Indian Contract […]

10. ‘A’ enters into a contract with ‘B’ for buying B’s cat as agents for ‘C’ without B’s authority Repudiates the contract before ‘C’ comes to know it. ‘C’ subsequently ratifies the contrad and gives to enforce it. Advise B.

1. Facts of the Case 2. Issues in the Case 3. Legal Principles Covered a) Section 196 – Right of Ratification b) Section 197 – […]

9. A gives silk to B a tailor, to be stitched into a coat. B promises ‘A’ to deliver the coat as soon as it is made and to give ‘A’ three months credit for the charges. Is B entitled to retain the Coal until the charges are paid.

1. Facts of the Case 2. Issues in the Case 3. Legal Principles Covered a) Contract of Bailment (Sections 148–171, Indian Contract Act, 1872) b) […]

8. ‘D’ a carrier discovers that a consignment of tomatoes owned by ‘E’ has deteriorated badly before the destination is reached. He, therefore, sells that consignment for about a third of the market price. ‘E’ sues ‘D’ for damages. Decide.

1. Facts of the Case 2. Issues in the Case 3. Legal Principles Covered a) Doctrine of Agency by Necessity b) Duty to Act in […]

7. ‘A’ stands as a surety for the good conduct of ‘B’. Who is employed in a cooperative society ‘B’. Misappropriates some money. The Bank excuses him without informing ‘A’ of ‘B’s misconduct, ‘B’ again misappropriates Rs. 50,000/- the society files a suit against ‘A’ on the strength of the guarantee. Decide giving reasons.

1. Facts of the Case 2. Issues in the Case 3. Legal Principles Covered a) Section 133 – Discharge of Surety by Variance in Terms […]