Understanding Agreements and Reciprocal Promises
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According to the Indian Contract Act, what is a contract?

  • A mutual understanding between parties
  • A set of promises without any legal effect
  • Any agreement, written or verbal
  • An agreement enforceable by law (correct)
  • What is the definition of an agreement according to the Indian Contract Act?

  • Every promise and every set of promises, forming the consideration for each other (correct)
  • An agreement enforceable by law
  • A promise that lacks consideration
  • A verbal promise between two parties
  • Is consideration required for a contract to be valid?

  • Consideration is optional based on the parties' choice
  • Consideration is only needed for verbal contracts
  • Yes, consideration is essential (correct)
  • No, consideration is not necessary
  • What happens when an agreement lacks any of the required elements of a contract?

    <p>It becomes a void contract</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why does a void contract not create any legal rights?

    <p>Because it is a total nullity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What differentiates an agreement from a contract?

    <p>Consideration required for agreements but not for contracts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement accurately describes the nature of a void contract?

    <p>It is always unenforceable by law</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what way does a void contract differ from a valid contract?

    <p>A void contract lacks any of the elements required for a contract</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What makes an agreement legally binding and enforceable in court?

    <p>The presence of consideration between parties</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When does a contract become unenforceable at law?

    <p>When it ceases to fulfill the requirements of being an agreement</p> Signup and view all the answers

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