Question

A contracts with B to pay Rs. 15,000, if B’s house is burnt. The contract is:

• A. Contingent
• B. Simple
• C. Conditional
• D. None of the above

Hint:

Contingent contract = depends on uncertain event (Sec. 31).

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

A contract dependent on an uncertain event (e.g., house burning) is a contingent contract under Section 31 of the Indian Contract Act.
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