alleryStart learning →Parties agree to a new contract replacing the old. Old contract?
ANeed not be performed
BMust still be performed
CBecomes plainly illegal
DIs revived afterwards
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: A. Need not be performed
Section 62 releases the parties from the original contract once they agree to substitute, rescind or alter it.
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