Which of the following deals with alternative promise, one branch being illegal in the Indian Contract Act, 1872?

Option A: Section 56

Option B: Section 50

Option C: Section 55

Option D: Section 58

Correct Answer

Option: d

Explanation

Section 58 of ICA provides contractual recognition to only those promises in an agreement that are legal while other promises under the same agreements that are illegal are rendered void and therefore, not a contract within the meaning of ICA.

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