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 (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why does a void contract not create any legal rights?

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

What differentiates an agreement from a contract?

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

Which statement accurately describes the nature of a void contract?

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

What makes an agreement legally binding and enforceable in court?

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

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