Multiple choice

In India, the doctrine of impossibility of performance of a contract being void, is based on

  1. the theory of implied term

  2. the theory of just and reasonable solution

  3. supervening impossibility or illegality as laid down in Section 56 of the Indian Contract Act, 1872

  4. the principle of unjust enrichment
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C Correct answer
Explanation

The Indian doctrine of impossibility is based on Section 56 of the Indian Contract Act, 1872, which deals with 'supervening impossibility or illegality.' Unlike the English doctrine of frustration, India's approach focuses on subsequent events making performance impossible or illegal.

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