Express agency arises when:
ANecessity compels someone to act for another
BThe principal's conduct creates the appearance of authority
CThe agency is created by a writing or words (oral or written)
DA married woman acts on behalf of her husband
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: C. The agency is created by a writing or words (oral or written)
1. Express agency arises by spoken or written words.
2. Implied agency arises by conduct, necessity, or estoppel.
3. Hence (A).
_Source: ICAI BoS CA Inter Paper 2 — Indian Contract Act 1872_