Indian Contract Act, 1872 Quiz
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Under which section is 'Free consent' defined?

  • Section 17
  • Section 14 (correct)
  • Section 16
  • Section 15

What is the section that defines 'Consent'?

  • Section 16
  • Section 13 (correct)
  • Section 14
  • Section 15

Which section deals with 'Voidability of agreements without free consent'?

  • Section 21
  • Section 20
  • Section 19A
  • Section 19 (correct)

'Agreement void where both parties are under mistake as to matter of fact' is discussed in which section?

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'What considerations and objects are lawful, and what not' is explained in which section?

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Section defining Free Consent

Section 14 defines Free Consent in contracts.

Section for Consent

Section 13 explains the meaning of Consent in contracts, a key element.

Voidable Agreements

Section 19 outlines when agreements become voidable due to a lack of free consent.

Mutual Mistake

Section 20 covers situations where agreements become void due to both parties being mistaken about a factual matter.

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Lawful vs. Unlawful Consideration

Section 23 explains what types of considerations and objectives are permissible.

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Study Notes

Key Definitions and Sections in Contract Law

  • 'Free consent' is defined under Section 14 of the Indian Contract Act. It refers to the agreement made without coercion, undue influence, fraud, misrepresentation, or mistake.
  • 'Consent' is defined in Section 13 of the Indian Contract Act, which states that consent is said to be free when it is not caused by coercion, undue influence, fraud, or misrepresentation.
  • The 'Voidability of agreements without free consent' is addressed in Section 19. This section provides that agreements are voidable at the option of the party whose consent was not free.
  • The concept of 'Agreement void where both parties are under a mistake as to matter of fact' is found in Section 20. This section states that a contract is void if both parties are mistaken about a fact essential to the agreement.
  • Section 23 explains 'What considerations and objects are lawful, and what not.' It outlines the conditions under which considerations and objects of a contract may be deemed lawful or illegal.

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Test your knowledge of the Indian Contract Act, 1872 with this quiz covering the arrangement of sections and important provisions related to communication, acceptance, and revocation of proposals.

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