alleryA minor who obtained a loan by falsely representing himself as a major:
ACan always plead minority as a defence
BMust repay with interest
CBecomes personally liable for the loan
DIs estopped from pleading minority
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: A. Can always plead minority as a defence
The rule of estoppel does not apply against a minor
he may always plead minority even where he misrepresented his age, though he may be asked to restore property still in his possession.
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