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A supplies B, who is incapable of contracting because of unsoundness of mind, with necessaries suited…

Section 68 allows the supplier of suitable necessaries to a person incapable of contracting to obtain reimbursement from that person’s property. The claim arises under the…

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A supplies B, who is incapable of contracting because of unsoundness of mind, with necessaries suited to B’s condition in life. What may A claim under Section 68 of the Indian Contract Act, 1872?

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Section 68 allows the supplier of suitable necessaries to a person incapable of contracting to obtain reimbursement from that person’s property. The claim arises under the statute even though there is no enforceable contract with B.

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Option A

Section 68 provides recourse against B’s property. It does not impose personal liability under a contract.

Option B

Section 68 sets no minimum property value for this claim.

Option C

A may claim reimbursement from B’s property for the suitable necessaries supplied.

Option D

The provision points to B’s property in this scenario. Kinship alone does not make a relative liable.

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