An employer must indemnify his agent against consequences of
Alawful acts under authority
Ball acts, lawful or not
Conly acts that earn profit
Donly acts put in writing
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: A. lawful acts under authority
Section 222 promises indemnity for the consequences of lawful acts done under the authority conferred.
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