Section 9 Contract Act Explained: Promises, express and implied | Nyaya

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What does Section 9 of Contract Act say?

Promises may be express or implied. An express promise is one which is made in words, either spoken or written. An implied promise is one which is inferred from the circumstances of the case. Every promise is an agreement, but every agreement is not a promise. The Indian Contract Act, 1872 recognizes both express and implied promises as valid promises.

Indian StandardSection 9, Indian Contract Act, 1872

Bluebook (21st ed.)Indian Contract Act, 1872, § 9 (India)

Court Pleading StandardSection 9 of the Indian Contract Act, 1872

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What is Section 9 of Contract Act?

Section 9 of the Indian Contract Act, 1872 (Contract Act) defines and regulates "Promises, express and implied". The section states: Promises may be express or implied. An express promise is one which is made in words, either spoken or written. An implied promise is one which is inferred from the circumstances o...

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