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A publicly offers ₹1,000 to anyone who finds A’s lost dog. What kind of offer is this?

The promise is a general offer because it is addressed to the public. Section 8 of the Indian Contract Act, 1872 recognizes acceptance by performance of the conditions of a…

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A publicly offers ₹1,000 to anyone who finds A’s lost dog. What kind of offer is this?

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The promise is a general offer because it is addressed to the public. Section 8 of the Indian Contract Act, 1872 recognizes acceptance by performance of the conditions of a proposal. Carlill v. Carbolic Smoke Ball Co. illustrates that approach to a public reward offer.

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Option A

The offer is open to anyone who satisfies the condition.

Option B

The reward is promised to any member of the public who performs the condition.

Option C

The act required and the amount promised are both identified.

Option D

A promises the reward on performance instead of inviting others to propose terms.

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