The Indian Contract Act, 1872
The Indian Contract Act, 1872 governs the legal rules and regulations for contracts in India.
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Summary
The Indian Contract Act, 1872 is a comprehensive legislation that governs the legal rules and regulations for contracts in India. The act defines and lays down the guidelines for the formation and performance of contracts, rights and obligations of the parties involved, rules for breach of contract, and remedies available for the parties in case of breach of contract. The act also includes provisions related to specific contracts such as indemnity, guarantee, bailment, and pledge. The Indian Contract Act is a crucial piece of legislation that provides a framework for the enforcement of commercial transactions in India.
Table of Contents
15 sections
| # | Section | Link |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Section 1: Short Title | Open |
| 2 | Section 2: Interpretation-Clause | Open |
| 3 | Section 3: Communication, Acceptance And Revocation Of Proposals | Open |
| 4 | Section 4: Communication When Complete | Open |
| 5 | Section 5: Revocation Of Proposals And Acceptances | Open |
| 6 | Section 6: Revocation How Made | Open |
| 7 | Section 7: Acceptance Must Be Absolute | Open |
| 8 | Section 8: Acceptance By Performing Conditions, Or Receiving Consideration | Open |
| 9 | Section 9: Promises, Express And Implied | Open |
| 10 | Section 10: What Agreements Are Contracts | Open |
| 11 | Section 11: Who Are Competent To Contract | Open |
| 12 | Section 12: What Is A Sound Mind For The Purposes Of Contracting | Open |
| 13 | Section 13: "Consent" Defined | Open |
| 14 | Section 14: "Free Consent" Defined | Open |
| 15 | Section 15: "Coercion" Defined | Open |
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