140+ Fundamentals of Law Solved MCQs

1.

A void contract

A. is void from the very beginning.
B. is valid in the beginning but becomes void later on.
C. is enforceable at the option of one of the contracting parties only.
D. none of the above
Answer» B. is valid in the beginning but becomes void later on.
2.

Which one of the following does not connote ‘goods’ as defined in the Sale of Goods Act?

A. Money
B. Animals
C. Debt
D. Both (A) and (C)
Answer» D. Both (A) and (C)
3.

Acceptance takes place as against the proposer.

A. when the letter of acceptance is posted by the acceptor.
B. when the letter of acceptance is received by the proposer.
C. when the offeree, writes the letter of acceptance, but doesn’t post it.
D. All of the above
Answer» A. when the letter of acceptance is posted by the acceptor.
4.

Conditions are stipulations

A. Essential to the main purpose of the contract.
B. collateral to the main purpose of the contract.
C. Either (A) or (B)
D. Neither (A) nor (B)
Answer» A. Essential to the main purpose of the contract.
5.

Which of the following is an offer?

A. The mere quotation of terms by trader.
B. The quotation of the lowest price in answer to enquiry.
C. Advertisement for sale or auction of goods.
D. Bids in an auction sale.
Answer» D. Bids in an auction sale.
6.

The general rule of Sale of Goods Act, is risk prima facie passes with

A. Ownership
B. Possession
C. Delivery
D. Custody
Answer» A. Ownership
7.

Which one of the following has the correct sequence?

A. Offer, acceptance, contract, consideration.
B. Offer, acceptance, consideration, contract
C. Contract, acceptance, consideration, offer
D. Offer, consideration, acceptance, contract.
Answer» B. Offer, acceptance, consideration, contract
8.

The exceptions to the rule A stranger to a contract cannot sue are

A. Beneficiaries in the case of trust.
B. Family settlement.
C. Assignment of contract.
D. All of the above
Answer» D. All of the above
9.

Delivery of the keys of a godown where goods are kept amounts to

A. Actual delivery
B. Symbolic delivery
C. Constructive delivery
D. All of the above
Answer» B. Symbolic delivery
10.

In Indian Law consideration must have been done at the desire of the promisor, if it is done at the instance of a third party or without the desire of the promisor, it is:

A. Consideration
B. Not Consideration
C. Offer
D. Promise
Answer» B. Not Consideration
11.

Is a pronote executed in favour of a minor good in law?

A. Yes
B. No
C. Not in normal cases
D. Depends
Answer» A. Yes
12.

Right of stoppage in transit can be exercised by the Unpaid Seller, where the Buyer:

A. is solvent
B. becomes insolvent
C. acts fraudulently
D. acts smartly
Answer» B. becomes insolvent
13.

‘A’ threatened to commit suicide if his wife did not execute a sale deed in favour of his brother. The wife executed the sale deed. This transaction is

A. voidable due to undue influence.
B. voidable due to coercion.
C. void being immoral
D. void being forbidden by law.
Answer» B. voidable due to coercion.
14.

Which one of the following statements is correct?

A. void agreements are always illegal.
B. illegal agreements are voidable.
C. illegal agreements can be ratified by the parties.
D. illegal agreements are always void.
Answer» D. illegal agreements are always void.
15.

In pretended bidding, sale is

A. voidable at the option of the seller.
B. valid
C. voidable at the option of the buyer
D. illegal
Answer» C. voidable at the option of the buyer
16.

B, having discovered a vein of ore on the estate of A, adopts means to conceal, and does conceal, the existence of the ore from A. Owing to A’s i gnorance B is enabled to buy the estate at a low price. The contract is:

A. Valid
B. Void
C. Voidable at the option of A
D. Invalid
Answer» C. Voidable at the option of A
17.

A paid 500 to a Government servant to get him a contract for the canteen. The Government servant could not get the contract. Can A recover 500 paid by him to the Government servant?

A. Yes, the agreement between them is valid and enforceable.
B. Yes, the agreement is not opposed to public policy.
C. No, the agreement is a voidable agreement and can be avoided by A.
D. No, the agreement is void.
Answer» D. No, the agreement is void.
18.

Under Section 118 of the Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881, it is presumed, until the contrary is proved, that every transfer of a negotiable instrument was made:

A. after its maturity
B. before its maturity
C. at its maturity
D. none of the above
Answer» B. before its maturity
19.

Which of the following statement is false in connection with the contingent contract?

A. The event must be collateral.
B. The event must be uncertain
C. The event should not be mere will of the promisor.
D. none of the above.
Answer» D. none of the above.
20.

Who is liable for necessaries supplied to a minor?

A. The guardian of the minor
B. The minor
C. His property
D. None of the above
Answer» C. His property
21.

Cheque is a _______________

A. Promissory note
B. Bill of exchange
C. Both (A) and (B)
D. None of the above
Answer» B. Bill of exchange
22.

A contract stands discharged

A. by performance of the contract.
B. by breach of the contract
C. by agreement and novation
D. all of the above
Answer» D. all of the above
23.

The maturity of a promissory note or bill of exchange is the date

A. at which it falls due
B. of its presentation
C. of its acceptance
D. none of the above
Answer» A. at which it falls due
24.

Where the parties to a contract have agreed that a certain sum of money would be paid in case of breach of contract, the court will ensure that

A. the exact amount mentioned in the contract is paid to the injured party.
B. an amount not exceeding the stipulated amount is awarded.
C. reasonable compensation not exceeding the amount stipulated is award
Answer» C. reasonable compensation not exceeding the amount stipulated is award
25.

___________ days grace period is allowed for payment of a Cheque.

A. 0
B. 3
C. 2
D. 7
Answer» B. 3
26.

A foreigner

A. is competent to enter into contract if he fulfills the conditions of section 11.
B. is not competent to enter into contract.
C. can enter into contract with permission of Central Govt.
D. can enter into contract with the permission of court.
Answer» A. is competent to enter into contract if he fulfills the conditions of section 11.
27.

An agreement to sell is

A. an executory contract.
B. an executed contract.
C. Neither (A) or (B)
D. Sometime (A) or (B)
Answer» A. an executory contract.
28.

Cross offer does not constitute a contract because

A. there is no acceptance.
B. there is implied acceptance.
C. crossing implies cancellation.
D. it amounts to counter offer.
Answer» A. there is no acceptance.
29.

Whether a stipulation is a condition or a warranty depends on

A. the construction of the contract.
B. the conduct of the parties.
C. the trade custom.
D. the local law.
Answer» A. the construction of the contract.
30.

The communication of an acceptance is complete as against the acceptor

A. when it is posted by him.
B. when it is put in the course of transmission.
C. when it comes to the knowledge of the proposer.
D. None of the above
Answer» C. when it comes to the knowledge of the proposer.
31.

A contractor had to supply the army charpoys in certain quantities by instalments. He failed to supply the requisite number and even after that breach the instalment of charpoys was received by army authorities. Meanwhile, the work orders were however cancelled. The orders cancelling the work order were

A. valid
B. void
C. without authority
D. contractor could claim damages
Answer» B. void
32.

In a Book depot a catalogue of book enlisting the price of each book and specifying the place where the particular book is available is

A. an invitation to offer.
B. an offer.
C. an invitation to visit the book shop.
D. None of the above
Answer» C. an invitation to visit the book shop.
33.

Voluntary transfer of possession from one person to another is called as

A. Ownership
B. Delivery
C. Gift
D. License
Answer» B. Delivery
34.

A valid consideration includes,

A. executed or executory consideration.
B. past consideration.
C. inadequate consideration.
D. All of the above
Answer» D. All of the above
35.

The term ‘Unpaid Seller’ includes

A. Buyer’s agent to whom the Bill of Lading is endorsed.
B. Buyer’s agent to whom the goods have been delivered.
C. Seller’s agent to whom the Bill of Lading is endors
Answer» C. Seller’s agent to whom the Bill of Lading is endors
36.

In India, a person who is stranger to the consideration

A. can sue on the contract, if he is a party.
B. cannot sue the contract.
C. depends on the parties.
D. depends on the circumstances.
Answer» A. can sue on the contract, if he is a party.
37.

S sells certain goods to B of Bomba y. The goods are handed over to the ra ilways for transmission to B. In the meantime, B sells the goods to a third party T for consideration without the consent of S. B becomes insolvent. In this case—

A. S has the right of stoppage in transit.
B. S has lost his right of stoppage in transit.
C. Station Master has the right of stoppage in transit.
D. None of the above
Answer» C. Station Master has the right of stoppage in transit.
38.

M is minor, B, the borrower, approaches M for a loan on the basis of a mortgage of the house owned by B. Hence, M advances the money and B executed a mortgage in favour of M, a minor. In these circumstances

A. the mortgage is not enforceable by M, because he is a minor.
B. the mortgage is enforceable but only when he attains majority.
C. the mortgage is enforceable by M even though he is minor.
D. None of the above
Answer» C. the mortgage is enforceable by M even though he is minor.
39.

“Threatening to commit certain acts forbidden by Indi an Penal Code” is asso ciated with which one of the following?

A. Misrepresentation
B. Fraud
C. Coercion
D. Unenforceable
Answer» C. Coercion
40.

A contract to trade with an enemy is

A. an immoral agreement.
B. a valid agreement.
C. an agreement opposed to public policy.
D. an enforceable agreement.
Answer» C. an agreement opposed to public policy.
41.

________________ is a form of comb ination of buyers to prevent competition among themselves at an auction sale.

A. Knock-out agreement
B. Monopoly agreement
C. Oligopoly agreement
D. Puffing agreement
Answer» A. Knock-out agreement
42.

A, while filling up the insurance application form, states his age as 25 believing it to be true. His actual age was 27. The Life Insurance Corporation issued a policy in his favour charging a lower premium than what it should have charged if the actual age had been given. This is a case of

A. Fraud
B. Misrepresentation
C. Undue influence
D. Mistake of fact
Answer» B. Misrepresentation
43.

In a promissory note, the amount of money payable

A. must be certain.
B. may be certain or uncertain.
C. is usually uncertain.
D. None of the above
Answer» A. must be certain.
44.

R entered into a contract with L to marry her on a fixed date. However, before the marriage date, R went mad. With reference to the Indian Contract Act which is the valid response?

A. L can’t marry till R dies.
B. The executers of R can enforce the contract against L.
C. The contract becomes vo
Answer» C. The contract becomes vo
45.

The undertaking contained in a promissory note, to pay a certain sum of money is

A. conditional.
B. unconditional.
C. may be conditional or unconditional depending upon the circumstances.
D. None of the above
Answer» B. unconditional.
46.

A makes a contract with B to buy his house for ₹50,000 if he is able to secure to bank loan for that amount. The contract is

A. void for vagueness.
B. wagering contract.
C. contingent contract.
D. voidable contract.
Answer» C. contingent contract.
47.

Ordinary damages will be awarded in cases where

A. the loss naturally flows from the breach of contract.
B. the loss is remotely connected with the breach of contract.
C. the loss is unusual and arises out of special circumstances peculiar to the contract.
D. None of the above
Answer» A. the loss naturally flows from the breach of contract.
48.

Which of the following statement is true in connection with Quasi-contract?

A. It is imposed by law.
B. A Quasi-contract is a revoking contract.
C. Damages cannot be claimed for breach of Quasi-contractual right.
D. It arises out of an agreement.
Answer» A. It is imposed by law.
49.

A cheque is always payable on

A. the date mentioned therein.
B. demand.
C. 3 days after presentation.
D. within 24 hrs of presentation
Answer» B. demand.
50.

Each party to a contract is bound to perform his part of the obligation. After the parties have made due performance, the contract comes to an end. In such a case the contract is said to be discharged

A. by breach of contract.
B. by impossibility of performance.
C. by agreement and novation.
D. by performance of contract.
Answer» D. by performance of contract.
51.

Right in rem implies:

A. A right available against the whole world
B. A right available against a particular individual
C. A right available against the Government
D. None of the above
Answer» A. A right available against the whole world
52.

‘Goods’ as defined in Sale of Goods Act will include

A. rare coins, goodwill and money.
B. growing crops agreed to be severed before sale, old coins and copyrights.
C. goodwill, copyright, patent and foreign currency.
D. Both (B) and (C)
Answer» B. growing crops agreed to be severed before sale, old coins and copyrights.
53.

Communication of acceptance is not necessary

A. by performance of conditions of the offer by offeree.
B. by acceptance of consideration by the offeree.
C. by acceptance of benefit/service by the offeree.
D. All of the above
Answer» D. All of the above
54.

Merchantable quality of goods means

A. that the goods are commercially saleable.
B. they are fit for the purpose for which they are generally used.
C. Both (A) and (B)
D. the quality should be of high standard.
Answer» C. Both (A) and (B)
55.

According to Indian Contract Act, a promise is

A. a communication of intention to do something.
B. a proposal which has been accepted.
C. a gentleman’s word to do something.
D. a statement on oath.
Answer» B. a proposal which has been accepted.
56.

Contracts contingent upon the non-happening of the future uncertain event becomes void when such event:

A. Happen
B. Does not happen
C. The event becomes impossible
D. None of the above
Answer» A. Happen
57.

A telephonic acceptance is complete when the offer is

A. spoken into the telephone.
B. heard but not understood by the offeror.
C. heard and understood by the offeror.
D. received, heard and understood by some person in the offeror’s house.
Answer» C. heard and understood by the offeror.
58.

If a minor draws, endorses, delivers or negotiates an instrument, such instrument binds

A. all parties to the instrument including the minor.
B. only the minor and not other parties to the instrument.
C. all parties to the instrument except the minor.
D. None of the above
Answer» C. all parties to the instrument except the minor.
59.

What can a catalogue of books, listing price of each book and specifying the place where the listed books are available be termed as?

A. An offer
B. An obligation to sell book
C. An invitation to offer
D. A promise to make available the books at the listed
Answer» C. An invitation to offer
60.

Which of the statement is incorrect in connection with duties of seller and buyer?

A. It is the duty of the seller to deliver the goods.
B. It is the duty of the buyer to accept and pay for them.
C. It is not the duty of the seller to deliver the goods.
D. It is the duty of the buyer to take delivery of goods.
Answer» C. It is not the duty of the seller to deliver the goods.
61.

The inadequacy of consideration may be taken into account by the court

A. in determining the question whether the consent of the promisor was freely given.
B. always in all cases.
C. when the parties complain.
D. when the promisor has not performed his promise.
Answer» A. in determining the question whether the consent of the promisor was freely given.
62.

A finder of goods can sell the goods if

A. the goods are ascertained.
B. the goods are un-ascertained.
C. the goods are valuable.
D. the goods are perishable.
Answer» D. the goods are perishable.
63.

Where consideration is illegal or physically impossible, uncertain or ambiguous, it shall not be

A. transferable by law.
B. unenforceable by law.
C. enforceable by law.
D. None of the above
Answer» C. enforceable by law.
64.

There are __________________ modes of delivery.

A. three
B. two
C. four
D. five
Answer» A. three
65.

The principle of Estoppel cannot be applied against a minor since

A. he has no sound mind.
B. he has no privilege to cheat persons by making any representation.
C. he may be induced by dishonest traders to declare in writing that he is a major at the time of entering into a contract.
D. he has not attained the age of maturity.
Answer» D. he has not attained the age of maturity.
66.

The term “ a cheque in the ele ctronic form” is defined in the Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881-under

A. Section 6(a)
B. Section 6(1)(a)
C. Explanation 1(a) of Section 6
D. Section 6A
Answer» C. Explanation 1(a) of Section 6
67.

Lending money to a borrower, at h igh rate of interest, when the mo ney market is tig ht renders the agreement of loan:

A. Void
B. Valid
C. Voidable
D. Illegal
Answer» B. Valid
68.

Where by the co ntract, a promisor is to perfor m his prom ise without application by the promise and no time for performance is specified, the engagement must be performed within a reasonable time. The question “What i s a reasonable time” is in e ach particular case is

A. a question of fact
B. a question of law
C. a question of general custom
D. All of the above
Answer» D. All of the above
69.

Unlawful agreements comprise

A. Illegal agreements
B. Immoral agreements only
C. Agreements opposed to public policy only
D. All the agreements mentioned above
Answer» D. All the agreements mentioned above
70.

In an auction sale, the property shall be sold to be

A. Lowest bidder
B. Highest bidder
C. Any bidder
D. All bidders
Answer» B. Highest bidder
71.

A and B agree that A shall pay ₹1000 for which B shall afterwards deliver to either rice or smuggled opium. In this case

A. the first agreement is void and the second voidable.
B. the first is voidable and the second is void.
C. the first is valid and the second is vo
Answer» C. the first is valid and the second is vo
72.

When an Instrument is drawn conditionally or for a special purpose as a collateral security and not for the purpose of transferring property therein, it is called an

A. Escrow Instrument
B. Inchoate Instrument
C. Ambigous Instrument
D. None of the above
Answer» A. Escrow Instrument
73.

A purchases B’s business of selling neckties in Delhi. A can restrain B from

A. doing the business of selling neckties again in his life.
B. doing any business in Delhi.
C. doing the business of selling neckties in Delhi for a limited peri
Answer» C. doing the business of selling neckties in Delhi for a limited peri
74.

In case of contractual obligations where the promisor dies before performance,

A. the legal representatives of the p romisor must perform the p romise irrespective of the promise.
B. the legal representatives of the promisor must perform the promise provided it is not one dependent on the personal qualifications of the promisor.
C. the legal representatives need not perform the promise.
D. the legal representative is not liable to pay damages for non-performance of the promise.
Answer» B. the legal representatives of the promisor must perform the promise provided it is not one dependent on the personal qualifications of the promisor.
75.

A borrows from B ₹500 to bet with C. Can B recover the amount of his loan?

A. Yes, the agreement between them is collateral to a wagering agreement and hence enforceable.
B. No, the agreement is opposed to public policy.
C. No, the agreement is a voidable agreement and can be avoided by A.
D. No, the agreement falls under section 23 and hence illegal.
Answer» D. No, the agreement falls under section 23 and hence illegal.
76.

Asim unlawfully detains Anil to obtain his va cant flat at Safdarjang enclave (valuing 50,00,000) at 40,00,000. This is a case of

A. Undue influence
B. Coercion
C. Fraud
D. By Force
Answer» B. Coercion
77.

A contract which ceases to be enforceable by law becomes

A. Voidable contract.
B. Void agreement.
C. Void contract.
D. Valid contract.
Answer» C. Void contract.
78.

Mr. A promises to Mr. B without any intention of performing it. This is a case of

A. Cheating
B. Fraud
C. Valid case
D. None of the above
Answer» B. Fraud
79.

An advertisement for sale of goods by auction. This is a case of

A. General offer
B. An offer to hold such sale
C. An invitation to offer
D. Implied offer
Answer» A. General offer
80.

An offer comes to an end by

A. Revocation
B. Acceptance
C. Communication
D. None of the above
Answer» A. Revocation
81.

A stranger to a contract can file

A. A suit
B. A suit only with the permission of court
C. A suit if Contract is in writing
D. Cannot file a suit
Answer» D. Cannot file a suit
82.

Of the following who is competent to enter into a contract?

A. Minor
B. Unsound mind
C. Lunatic
D. Sound mind
Answer» D. Sound mind
83.

A minor can be appointed as agent.

A. False
B. Valid
C. Voidable
D. Not valid
Answer» B. Valid
84.

Mr. A delivers a basket of mango to Mr. B mistaking him to be Mr. C and Mr. B consumes those mangos. Hence

A. Mr. B is bound to pay compensation to Mr. A for the value of Mango.
B. Mr. B is not bound to pay any compensation as there was no agreement and it is ‘A’s fault.
C. Mr. B is bound to pay compensation for value of mango and damages.
D. None of the above
Answer» A. Mr. B is bound to pay compensation to Mr. A for the value of Mango.
85.

Agreement of which the consideration is inadequate is

A. Void
B. Voidable
C. Valid
D. None of the above
Answer» C. Valid
86.

Mr. A promises in writing to pay time barred debt to Mr. B. This is

A. Not enforceable
B. Enforceable
C. Voidable
D. None of the above
Answer» B. Enforceable
87.

When both the parties to an agreement are under a mistake as to matter of fact essential to an agreement, the agreement is

A. Valid
B. Illegal
C. Voidable
D. Void
Answer» A. Valid
88.

Mr. Ajit threatened to commit suicide if his wife did not execute sale deed in favour of his sister. Wife executed the sale deed. This is

A. Void
B. Voidable
C. Enforceable
D. None of the above
Answer» B. Voidable
89.

Under Sec. 2 (b) of the Indian Contract Act, 1872 if the person to whom the proposal is made signifies his assent thereto the proposal is said to have been

A. Accepted
B. Agreed
C. Provisionally agreed
D. Tentatively accepted
Answer» A. Accepted
90.

An auction sale is complete on the

A. Payment of price
B. Delivery of goods
C. Fall of hammer
D. Signing of agreement
Answer» C. Fall of hammer
91.

Seller can raise the price by fictitious bids in an auction sale with the help of

A. pretended bidding
B. puffers
C. agent
D. broker
Answer» B. puffers
92.

Mr. A obtained mobile set from Mr. B by fraud. Mr. A has a voidable title at the option of Mr. B. Before Mr. B could rescind the contract, Mr. A sold the same to Mr. C who purchased from Mr. A in good faith and without knowledge of fraud by Mr. A and paid for it. In this case.

A. Mr. C has a good title to the goods
B. Mr. B has a good title
C. Mr. C has no right
D. None of the above
Answer» A. Mr. C has a good title to the goods
93.

Delivery of goods means

A. Voluntary transfer of possession
B. Compulsory transfer of possession
C. Exchange of goods
D. Voluntary transfer of ownership.
Answer» A. Voluntary transfer of possession
94.

For a valid contract of sale, delivery may be

A. Actual delivery
B. Symbolic delivery
C. Constructive delivery
D. All of the above
Answer» D. All of the above
95.

Every instrument payable otherwise than on demand is entitled to_____days of grace period

A. 2
B. 3
C. 4
D. 5
Answer» B. 3
96.

Inchoate instrument is

A. An instrument incomplete in some respect
B. An ambiguous instrument
C. A clean bill
D. Drawn conditionally as collateral security
Answer» A. An instrument incomplete in some respect
97.

Which of the following is not a Negotiable Instrument as per the Negotiable Instrument Act, 1881?

A. Bill of exchange
B. Delivery note
C. Cheque
D. Share certificate
Answer» D. Share certificate
98.

How many parties are involved in a bill of exchange?

A. 2
B. 3
C. 4
D. 5
Answer» B. 3
99.

A void agreement is one

A. which is forbidden by law
B. enforceable at the option of one of the parties.
C. which is not enforceable by law
D. enforceable by law
Answer» C. which is not enforceable by law
100.

A contract is formed when the acceptor

A. has done something to signify his intention.
B. makes his mind to do so.
C. reads the offer
D. all of the above
Answer» A. has done something to signify his intention.
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