Multiple choice

An agent can be appointed by

  1. a minor of sound mind

  2. a major of sound mind

  3. any person of sound mind

  4. any major of sound or unsound mind

  5. principle of sound mind
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Option (1) is incorrect: An agent cannot be appointed by a minor. Option (2) is correct: Under the Indian Contract Act, 1872, an agent can only be appointed by a person who is major and who is of sound mind. Option (3) is incorrect: An agent can be appointed only by a major of sound mind. Option (4) is incorrect: An agent can be appointed only by a major of sound mind.

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