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    Question

    The doctrine of "Promissory Estoppel"

    prevents:
    A Any promise made by the government Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B The government from going back on a clear promise when another person has acted in reliance on it Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Private parties from contracting with the government Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D The government from changing any policy Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E Judicial review of government decisions Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Promissory estoppel is an equitable doctrine that prevents the government from reneging on a clear, unambiguous promise if another person has acted in reliance on it. However, this is subject to public policy and the doctrine cannot bind the government to act ultra vires. It was established in cases like Union of India v. Prakash P. Hinduja (1971) 1 SCC 189 and applied extensively in administrative law. [Citation: Union of India v. Prakash P. Hinduja (1971) 1 SCC 189]

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