Multiple choice

Which of the following offers constitute a valid offer?

  1. An auctioneer displays a TV. set before a gathering in an auction sale.

  2. Ram who is in possession of three cars purchased in different years says 'I will sell you a car'.

  3. A says to B, “Will you purchase my motor cycle for Rs. 20,000?

  4. All of these
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C Correct answer
Explanation

An auctioneer displaying goods (Case: Harris v Nickerson) is invitation to treat, not offer. Ram saying 'I will sell you a car' without specifying which of the three cars is too vague - no definite offer. Option C: 'Will you purchase my motor cycle for Rs. 20,000?' is a valid offer - definite promise to specific person with clear terms (price, subject matter), showing willingness to be bound. An offer must be certain, communicate willingness to contract, and be made to a definite person or class.

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