Question

In the case of Taylor v. Caldwell relates to__________

A Doctrine of Privity of Contract Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
B Doctrine of impossibility/ through destruction of the subject matter Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
C Not necessary that the consideration should move from the promisee himself Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
D Advertisement which contains certain terms to get a reward constituted a binding unilateral offer Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

Solution

Under a contract a party’s duty is discharged if the performance of the contact involves particular goods/ chattel, which without fault of either party are destroyed, rendering performance of the contract impossible. The doctrine of impossibility/frustration through destruction of the subject matter was established in this case.

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