Multiple choice

A minor made an agreement with a coaching institute to get coaching for PMT course. The agreement is

  1. Void ab initio

  2. voidable

  3. Valid

  4. illegal

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A Correct answer
Explanation

An agreement entered into by minor is void ab initio. MInor is not bound to fulfill his obligation because agreement is not enforceable by law. In case of necessaries supplied to minor, neither minor nor his guardian is liable but Minor's personal property is liable . If personal property is not there, no recovery is possible. Necessaries cover food, shelter, education, medical treatment, marriage of female and others. In given que, if minor does not pay fees, his personal assets shall be liable, not the minor.