In which of the following case, presumption of contract to the contrary under section 230 of the Indian Contract Act, 1872, shall not be presumed?

Option A: Where the contract is made by an agent for the sale or purchase of goods for a merchant resident abroad

Option B: Where the principal does not disclose the name of his agent.

Option C: Where the principal, though disclosed cannot be sued.

Option D: In all the above cases

Correct Answer

Option: b

Explanation

Section 230 of the Indian Contract Act, 1872 Presumption of contract to contrary- Such a contract shall be presumed to exist in the following cases- (1) where the contract is made by an agent for the sale or purchase of goods for a merchant resident abroad; (2) where the agent does not disclose the name of his principal; (3) where the principal, though disclosed, cannot be sued.

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