Multiple choice

An agreement is void if its object or consideration is

  1. forbidden by law

  2. of such nature that if permitted, it would defeat the provisions of law or is fraudulent

  3. the court regards it as immoral or against public policy

  4. All these are correct
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

Section 23 of the Indian Contract Act voids agreements whose object or consideration is forbidden by law, fraudulent, or would defeat legal provisions. Courts also deem agreements immoral or against public policy as void. Option D correctly captures all these grounds.

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