alleryStart learning →An agent may appoint a sub-agent for personal work only if
Athe third party objects to it
Bthe agent is away from town
Cthe sub-agent is a relative
Dcustom or the agency nature allows
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: D. custom or the agency nature allows
Section 190 forbids delegation of personal duties unless ordinary trade custom permits a sub-agent or the nature of the agency demands one.
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