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In the illustration to section 56 of the Indian Contract Act, 1872, A and B contract to marry each…

This is section 56 illustration (b), not a universal rule that every mental-health diagnosis invalidates every marriage. The contract becomes void on supervening…

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In the illustration to section 56 of the Indian Contract Act, 1872, A and B contract to marry each other. Before the fixed date, A becomes of unsound mind so that the promised marriage cannot be performed as contemplated. The contract becomes:

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Correct answer A

This is section 56 illustration (b), not a universal rule that every mental-health diagnosis invalidates every marriage.

The contract becomes void on supervening impossibility, rather than being treated as void from inception.

Option feedback

Option A

Section 56 illustration (b) expressly states the contract becomes void.

Option B

The original lawful agreement is not declared an illegal bargain by this illustration.

Option C

The illustration expressly says it becomes void rather than remaining enforceable.

Option D

Voidness is the stated consequence, not a party’s choice to avoid it.

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