Course Content
Legal Study for WBJS – An Inroduction
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Legal Study for WBJS Examination – Introduction
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Indian Constitution
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Constitution of India
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Indian Contract Act
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Indian Contract law Overview
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Indian Contract Law 1872 Part 1
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Indian Contract Act 1872 Part 2
23:11
Law of Torts
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Civil Procedure Code
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Civil Procedure Code
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BNS 2023
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BNS 2023 Indian Penal Code
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BNSS 2023 | CrPC
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BNSS 2023 | Cr PC
24:28
BSA 2023 – Indian Evidence Act
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BSA 2023 Indian Evidence Act
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Family Law
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Hindu Family Law
25:08
Muslim Law
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Limitation Act
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Law of Limitation
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WBJS (Prelims) – Legal Study

Important Definitions & Concepts – Indian Contract Act, 1872

1. Contract (Section 2(h))

Definition: An agreement enforceable by law.
Explanation: Only those agreements which are legally binding become contracts.

2. Agreement (Section 2(e))

Definition: Every promise and every set of promises forming consideration.
Explanation: All contracts are agreements, but not all agreements are contracts.

3. Proposal / Offer (Section 2(a))

Definition: Willingness to do or abstain from doing something to obtain assent.
Explanation: It is the starting point of a contract.

4. Acceptance (Section 2(b))

Definition: Assent to the proposal.
Explanation: Converts an offer into a promise when accepted.

5. Promise (Section 2(b))

Definition: Accepted proposal.
Explanation: Once accepted, a proposal becomes a promise.

6. Consideration (Section 2(d))

Definition: Something done or promised in return.
Explanation: Essential for validity; “no consideration, no contract” (with exceptions).

7. Void Agreement (Section 2(g))

Definition: Not enforceable by law.
Explanation: Has no legal effect from the beginning.

8. Voidable Contract (Section 2(i))

Definition: Enforceable at the option of one party.
Explanation: Valid until rescinded by the aggrieved party.

9. Express Contract

Definition: Formed by words (spoken/written).
Explanation: Terms are clearly stated.

10. Implied Contract

Definition: Formed by conduct or circumstances.
Explanation: No explicit words; inferred from actions.

11. Quasi-Contract

Definition: Obligation imposed by law.
Explanation: Not a real contract; prevents unjust enrichment.

12. Competency to Contract (Section 11)

Definition: Capacity of parties to contract.
Explanation: Must be major, of sound mind, and legally qualified.

13. Free Consent (Section 14)

Definition: Consent not caused by coercion, undue influence, fraud, misrepresentation, or mistake.
Explanation: Ensures fairness in agreements.

14. Coercion (Section 15)

Definition: Threatening or committing unlawful acts to compel agreement.
Explanation: Makes contract voidable.

15. Undue Influence (Section 16)

Definition: Dominating another’s will to gain advantage.
Explanation: Common in fiduciary relationships.

16. Fraud (Section 17)

Definition: Intentional deception.
Explanation: Makes contract voidable and gives right to damages.

17. Misrepresentation (Section 18)

Definition: Innocent false statement.
Explanation: No intent to deceive but affects consent.

18. Mistake (Sections 20–22)

Definition: Erroneous belief about fact.
Explanation: Bilateral mistake makes agreement void.

19. Contingent Contract (Section 31)

Definition: Depends on uncertain future event.
Explanation: Enforceable only on occurrence/non-occurrence of event.

20. Bailment (Section 148)

Definition: Delivery of goods for a purpose upon contract.
Explanation: Goods must be returned or disposed after purpose.

🎯 Exam Tip:

  • 📌 Focus on Section 2 definitions (VERY IMPORTANT)

  • 📌 Link definitions with practical examples

  • 📌 Practice problem-based questions

  • 📌 Revise frequently for retention

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