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    Question

    In accordance with the provisions of the Contract Act,

    when Ajay delivers a rough diamond to Sunil, a jeweller, for cutting and polishing, and the services are duly rendered, Sunil is entitled to retain the stone until_________________
    A Ajay requests its return without any payment Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Sunil decides to keep it as personal property Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Sunil is paid for the services he has provided Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Ajay demands its return regardless of payment Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Sunil is paid for the services he has provided, Explanation: Section 170 Bailee's particular lien- Where the bailee has, in accordance with the purpose of the bailment, rendered any service involving the exercise of labour or skill in respect of the goods bailed, he has, in the absence of a contract to the contrary, a right to retain such goods until he receives due remuneration for the services, he has rendered in respect of them.

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