alleryStart learning →Who may employ an agent under the Indian Contract Act?
AOnly a registered company
BAnyone who pays a deposit
COnly a licensed trader
DA major person of sound mind
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: D. A major person of sound mind
Section 183 allows anyone who has reached majority under the law governing him and is of sound mind to appoint an agent.
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