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Aspect of Business:

Definitions:

1. Contract: A legally enforceable agreement between two or more parties that creates mutual
obligations.

2. Dormant Company: A company that is registered but has no significant accounting

transactions during a financial year.

3. One Person Company (OPC): A company with only one shareholder, formed to allow a single
entrepreneur to operate a corporate entity.

4. Bill of Exchange: A written, unconditional order signed by the maker directing a person to
pay a specified sum of money to a specified person.

5. Proposal: An offer made by one party to another to do or not do something, with the
intention of creating a legally binding contract if accepted.

6. Unpaid Seller: A seller who has not received payment for the goods sold or has not received
part of the price as per the contract.

7. Promissory Note: A written, unconditional promise made by one person to pay a specific
sum of money to another at a specified time.

8. Suit for Quantum Meruit: A claim for payment based on the value of work done when there
is no formal agreement or contract.

9. Caveat Emptor: Latin for "let the buyer beware," it places the responsibility on the buyer to
investigate the quality of goods before purchase.

10. Buyback of Shares: The process where a company buys back its own shares from the market,
often to reduce the number of shares in circulation.

11. Restrictive Trade Practices: Business practices that prevent or restrict competition, often
through monopolistic tactics.

12. Unfair Trade Practices: Deceptive or fraudulent practices that mislead consumers, such as
false advertising or misrepresentation.

13. Types of Crossing of a Cheque:

o General Crossing: Two parallel lines drawn on the face of a cheque.

o Special Crossing: A name of a bank is written between the parallel lines on the
cheque.

o Restrictive Crossing: Additional instructions that limit how the cheque can be
processed.

Differentiate:

1. Private Company vs Public Company:

o A Private Company has a limited number of shareholders and its shares cannot be
publicly traded.
 o A Public Company allows for public trading of shares and has a larger number of
shareholders.

2. Memorandum of Association vs Articles of Association:

o Memorandum of Association defines the company's objectives, scope, and powers.

o Articles of Association outlines the internal rules, management structure, and

governance of the company.

3. Condition vs Warranty:

o Condition: A fundamental term of the contract, which if breached, may result in

contract termination.

o Warranty: A non-essential term, the breach of which typically only leads to damages
and not contract termination.

4. Sale vs Agreement to Sell:

o Sale: Transfer of ownership and possession of goods from the seller to the buyer.

o Agreement to Sell: A contract where ownership is transferred at a future date or

subject to conditions.

5. Agreement vs Contract:

o An Agreement is a mutual understanding between parties.

o A Contract is an agreement that is legally enforceable.

Case Study and Questions:

1. L offered to M his scooter for 4000/-. M accepted the offer and tendered 3900/- cash down
payment, promising to pay the balance of 100/- by the evening:

o There is no valid contract as per the Indian Contract Act because the acceptance is
conditional (not the same as the offer). A contract requires a clear and unqualified
acceptance.

2. Memorandum of Association under the Companies Act, 1956:

o It sets out the company’s objectives, powers, and its scope of operation, and cannot
be amended unless special conditions are met. It is the company's "charter."

3. Consumer Dispute and State Consumer Forum:

o A consumer dispute occurs when there is an issue between a consumer and a

seller/service provider. The State Consumer Forum handles cases where the value of
the claim is more than Rs. 1 lakh but less than Rs. 10 lakhs.

4. Offer and Essentials of a Valid Offer under the Indian Contract Act:

o A valid offer must be clear, certain, communicated, made with the intention to
create a legal relationship, and be capable of acceptance.

5. Termination of Agency Contract by Operation of Law:

 o An agency contract may terminate automatically by death, insolvency, or
impossibility of performance.

6. Holder in Due Course under the Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881:

o A Holder in Due Course is a person who acquires a negotiable instrument in good

faith, for value, and without notice of any defect. Such a person has special
privileges, including the right to sue the drawer.

7. Provisions of Consumer Dispute Redressal Agencies under the Consumer Protection Act,
1986:

o These agencies include the District Forum, State Commission, and National
Commission, which handle consumer complaints and grievances.

8. Sunil’s Rights and Procedure in Consumer Dispute: a. Sunil’s Rights: He has the right to
demand a repair, replacement, or compensation due to the defective equipment under the
Consumer Protection Act. b. Procedure: Sunil should file a complaint with the District Forum
or higher-level forums, depending on the claim amount, after giving XYZ Company an
opportunity to resolve the issue.

9. Promoter’s Liability in Agreement Post-Incorporation:

o The company may not be bound by the agreement made by the promoters before
incorporation. However, the promoter may be personally liable for the contract
unless ratified by the company after incorporation.

10. Rights, Duties, and Liabilities of Agent and Principal:

o Agent: The agent has a duty to act in the best interest of the principal, to follow
lawful instructions, and disclose all material information.

o Principal: The principal must compensate the agent for services and indemnify for
lawful acts performed.

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Let’s dive deeper into the topics with more detailed explanations:

1. Contract:

 Definition: A contract is a legally binding agreement between two or more parties, involving
mutual promises that are enforceable by law. The essential elements of a valid contract
include:

1. Offer: One party makes an offer to another, with the intention of creating a binding
agreement.

2. Acceptance: The offer is accepted unconditionally by the other party.

 3. Consideration: Something of value (usually money or goods) is exchanged between
the parties.

4. Intention to Create Legal Relations: Both parties must intend for the agreement to
have legal consequences.

5. Capacity: Both parties must have the legal capacity to contract (e.g., not minors,
mentally incapacitated individuals).

6. Free Consent: The agreement must be made freely, without coercion,

misrepresentation, or undue influence.

7. Legality of Object: The purpose of the contract must be lawful.

2. Dormant Company:

 A dormant company is one that has been incorporated but is not actively engaged in any
business transactions or activities. It may not be required to file annual financial statements
or conduct other business operations as long as it maintains its registration status.

 Characteristics:

o A dormant company does not have any significant accounting transactions in the
financial year.

o It may not be involved in any trading or business activities.

o It is a strategy for businesses that want to maintain the company’s legal status
without engaging in business operations.

 Regulations:

o In India, dormant companies are regulated under the Companies Act, 2013. A
company can apply to the Registrar of Companies (RoC) for dormancy status, which
can be revoked if business activities resume.

3. One Person Company (OPC):

 Definition: An OPC is a company that has only one member (shareholder). The concept was
introduced to encourage individuals to start businesses while maintaining the benefits of a
corporate structure (limited liability).

 Features:

o Ownership: Only one person can own and control the company.

o Limited Liability: The owner’s liability is limited to the unpaid amount on their
shares, protecting personal assets.

o Transition to Private Limited: After reaching a certain threshold of turnover or

capital, an OPC may be required to convert into a private limited company.

 Benefits:

o Easier management and decision-making for the single owner.

o Limited liability protects the owner’s personal assets from business risks.
  Disadvantages:

o The owner cannot have more than one member.

o Limited capital-raising options compared to a public company.

4. Bill of Exchange:

 Definition: A negotiable instrument that involves three parties—the drawer (the person who
writes the bill), the drawee (the person who is directed to pay), and the payee (the person
who will receive the payment).

 Essentials:

o Must be in writing.

o The order to pay must be unconditional.

o The payment must be made at a specific time and place.

o It must be signed by the drawer.

 Example: A company selling goods may draw a bill of exchange on the buyer, directing the
buyer to pay the amount at a future date.

5. Proposal (Offer):

 Definition: An offer made by one party to another, which, if accepted, forms the basis of a
contract.

 Essentials of a Valid Offer:

1. Clear and Unambiguous: The terms of the offer should be clear.

2. Made with Intent: The offeror must intend to create a legal obligation if the offer is
accepted.

3. Communicated to the Offeree: The offer must be communicated to the other party.

4. Certain and Definite Terms: The terms should be clear enough for the offeree to
accept or reject.

 Rejection: If the offeree rejects the offer or makes a counteroffer, the original offer is
terminated.

6. Unpaid Seller:

 Definition: A seller who has not received payment for the goods sold, or part of the price, is
an "unpaid seller."

 Rights of an Unpaid Seller:

o Right of Lien: The seller has the right to retain possession of the goods until the price
is paid.

o Right of Stoppage in Transit: The seller can stop the goods in transit if the buyer
becomes insolvent.
 o Right to Resell: The seller may resell the goods if the buyer defaults.

 Legal Provisions: Under the Sale of Goods Act, an unpaid seller may sue for the price or
damages, or claim a lien over the goods.

7. Promissory Note:

 Definition: A written promise made by one person to pay a specific sum of money to another
at a specified time or on demand.

 Essentials:

1. Written and Unconditional: The promise must be in writing and must not contain
any conditions.

2. Signed by the Maker: The person promising to pay must sign the document.

3. Specific Sum: The amount to be paid must be certain and unambiguous.

 Types:

o Demand Promissory Note: Payable on demand.

o Time Promissory Note: Payable at a future date.

8. Suit for Quantum Meruit:

 Definition: A legal action to recover the value of services rendered when no formal contract
exists or when the contract is not fully executed.

 Example: If a contractor performs work under a contract that is later voided, they can claim
payment for the work done based on its reasonable value.

9. Caveat Emptor:

 Definition: A Latin term meaning "let the buyer beware." This principle places the onus on
the buyer to ensure that the product or service is of satisfactory quality and meets their
expectations before purchase.

 Exceptions:

o Fraudulent Misrepresentation: If the seller intentionally deceives the buyer.

o Implied Warranties: Under some laws, certain warranties (e.g., fitness for purpose)
are implied even if not stated.

10. Buyback of Shares:

 Definition: The process where a company buys back its own shares from shareholders,
typically to reduce the number of shares in circulation and improve the value of remaining
shares.

 Reasons for Buyback:

o To improve shareholder value.

o To use surplus cash when there are limited opportunities for investment.
 o To avoid hostile takeovers by reducing the number of shares available in the market.

 Regulation: In India, buybacks are governed by the Companies Act, 2013, and the Securities
and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) regulations.

11. Restrictive Trade Practices:

 Definition: Business practices that restrain or reduce competition in the marketplace, often
leading to monopolistic or anti-competitive behavior.

 Examples:

o Price-fixing.

o Market sharing.

o Collusion between competitors to eliminate competition.

 Regulations: The Competition Act, 2002 in India addresses restrictive trade practices and
encourages competition.

12. Unfair Trade Practices:

 Definition: Fraudulent or deceptive practices that mislead consumers and distort market
competition.

 Examples:

o False advertising.

o Misrepresentation of products or services.

o Falsely claiming the performance or quality of goods.

 Regulations: Under the Consumer Protection Act, 1986, unfair trade practices are
prohibited.