A’ sees an article marked “Price Rupees 200 only” in ‘B’s shop. He offers ‘B’ Rupees 200 for the article ‘B’ refuses to sell saying that the article is not for sale. Which of the following statements is correct?

Option A: A’ cannot force it to sell the article at Rupees 200

Option B: A’ can force it to sell the article at Rupees 200

Option C: A’ can claim damages

Option D: A’ can sue it in the Court

Correct Answer

Option: a

Explanation

An invitation to offer, also known as a call for bids or request for proposal, is a request by one party for another party to make an offer to enter into a contract. It is a preliminary step in the formation of a contract and does not itself constitute an offer that can be accepted to form a binding contract.

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