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Unlawful consideration and object have been mentioned under which Section of the Indian Contract Act, 1872?
Question

Unlawful consideration and object have been mentioned under which Section of the Indian Contract Act, 1872?

A.

Under Section 18

B.

Under Section 20

C.

Under Section 26

D.

Under Section 23

Correct option is D


Section 23 of the Indian Contract Act deals with unlawful consideration and objects. It states that the consideration or object of an agreement is unlawful if it is forbidden by law, defeats the provisions of law, is fraudulent, involves injury to person or property, or is considered immoral or opposed to public policy.
Information Booster:
A contract based on an unlawful consideration or object is void. This section ensures that contracts do not encourage illegal activities or violate moral and legal standards.
Additional Knowledge:
· Section 18 (a): Defines misrepresentation.
· Section 20 (b): Concerns agreements void due to mistake of fact.
· Section 26 (c): Relates to agreements in restraint of marriage.

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