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In India, the age of majority for the purpose of competence to contract is governed by which statute?
AThe Indian Penal Code, 1860
BThe Indian Majority Act, 1875
CThe Indian Contract Act, 1872
DThe Indian Partnership Act, 1932
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: B. The Indian Majority Act, 1875
Under the Indian Majority Act, 1875 a person domiciled in India attains majority on completing 18 years; Section 11 of the Contract Act ties competence to this age.
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