Multiple choice

‘A’ entered into a contract with 'B' for the supply of certain things manufactured by 'C'. 'C' did not manufacture those goods. What is your advice?

  1. A is discharged from his obligation.

  2. A is not discharged from his obligation and is liable to 'B' for damages.

  3. B can say to A to get the goods manufactured from other party.

  4. The contract becomes void.
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Explanation

Option (2) is correct: As this contract was between 'A' and 'B' (to supply certain things), so if  'A' has not given the performance under the contract, then he (A) is liable to 'B' for damages. 'A' can sue 'C' for non-performing the contract between them to supply goods to 'A'.

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