alleryStart learning →A promises to bring B's dead wife back to life for Rs 1000. Why is there no valid consideration?
AThe sum is too small
BB is under 18 years
CIt is not in writing
DIt cannot be performed
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: D. It cannot be performed
Consideration must be real, and a promise that cannot physically be performed has no real value in law.
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