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Which of the following is the subject matter of a contract of bailment under Section 148 of the Indian…

Section 148 defines bailment as delivery of goods for a purpose, followed by return or disposal as directed. Its subject matter is movable goods. Ownership is a separate…

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Which of the following is the subject matter of a contract of bailment under Section 148 of the Indian Contract Act, 1872?

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Section 148 defines bailment as delivery of goods for a purpose, followed by return or disposal as directed. Its subject matter is movable goods. Ownership is a separate issue: section 166 expressly contemplates a bailor without title.

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