CAF-4 · Chapter 7 · Question 10 of 12
Azam, a tradesman, leaves goods at Babar's house by mistake. Babar treats the goods as his own and consumes them. Is Babar bound to pay Azam?
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Reveal answer & explanation
Correct answer: B) Yes, under the principle of quasi-contract (Section 70).
Explanation
Since Babar enjoyed the benefit of the goods and Azam did not intend them to be a gift, Babar must pay for them.
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