Principle: An agreement with a minor is void from the beginning, although a minor's property is liable for necessaries. Facts: Arun, aged 16, buys a motorbike on credit and refuses to pay. Can the seller recover the price?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: A. No, the agreement is void and a motorbike is not a necessary
- Step 1: A minor is not bound by a contract, and a motorbike is a luxury rather than a necessary.
Answer
No, the agreement is void and a motorbike is not a necessary.
Why not the others: The seller has no claim against the minor.
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