alleryStart learning →What does the doctrine of privity of contract provide?
AOnly parties gain rights
BAnyone may sue freely
CContracts need a deed
DCourts set the price
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: A. Only parties gain rights
A contract cannot confer rights or impose obligations on anyone who is not a party to it.
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