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Assertion (A): An agreement the object of which is opposed to the law is void. Reason (R): A valid…

Section 10 requires a lawful object and lawful consideration for an enforceable contract. Section 23 declares an agreement with an unlawful object or consideration void.…

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Assertion (A): An agreement the object of which is opposed to the law is void.

Reason (R): A valid contract requires that the parties must contract for a lawful object.

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Section 10 requires a lawful object and lawful consideration for an enforceable contract. Section 23 declares an agreement with an unlawful object or consideration void. Thus the assertion and reason are true, and the requirement of a lawful object explains the asserted invalidity.

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