B.A. LL.B. (Five Years) Sem 4 Contract I 2018 Jun Question Paper - KSLU

Questions asked in this paper

1. Q1 Define 'contract ' and explain the essentials of a valid contract.
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2. Q2 Define 'consideration' and explain the essentials of consideration with reference to decided cases.
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3. Q3 Explain the provisions relating to legality of object and consideration.
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4. Q4 Explain in brief the various modes of discharge of contracts.
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5. Q5 Explain 'relations resembling to those created by contract (Quasi Contracts)' with reference to provisions of the Indian Contract Act, 1872.
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6. Q6 Explain the law relating to validity of agreements in restraint of trade.
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7. Q7 What is a specific relief ? Explain what contracts can be specifically enforced.
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Write a short note on any two of the following :

1. Q8 (a) Silence as fraud vitiating the consent of the party
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2. Q8 (b) Position of a minor to make a contract
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3. Q8 (c) Doctrine of frustration and impossibility of performance.
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Solve any two of the following problems :

1. Q9 (a) A issues a pamphlet to pay Rs. 5,000/- to anyone who brings to him his missing son. Two friends were sitting in a cafe and reading this pamphlet and discussing about it. The waiter overheard this transaction and understood the offer. The waiter found the missing boy and took him to A. On claim of reward announced, A contends that this offer was not made to the waiter. Decide with reasons.
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2. Q9 (b) 'X' a minor was lent a loan of Rs. 10,000/- by 'Y'. On 'X' attaining majority, he was further extended with Rs. 5,000/- by 'Y'. Acknowledging the earlier debt also, 'X' now executes a promissory note for a total of Rs. 15,000/-. Decide the validity of the contract with reasons.
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3. Q9 (c) A goes to a departmental store and picks an article with price tag. When he goes to the counter to pay the price, the shopkeeper declines to sell the article. A wants to sue shopkeeper for breach. Decide.
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