Under the General Clauses Act, person covers which of these?
AOnly Indian citizens
BOnly living human beings
COnly incorporated companies
DAny company or association
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: D. Any company or association
The definition of person extends to companies and associations or bodies of individuals whether incorporated or not.
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