Mistake Of Law Cases

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In India, agreements made under a mistake of law are typically valid, not void. Exceptions occur when both parties are mistaken about an essential fact, making the agreement void. Notable cases include Dularia Devi vs Janardan Singh and Bell vs Lever Brothers Ltd, where agreements were voidable.

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In India, an act done under a mistake of law is generally not considered void. However, there are exceptions based on specific circumstances. Could you provide more details about your situation? For instance, what kind of act or agreement are you referring to?
any agreement. give me the caes
In India, an agreement made under a mistake of law is generally valid, not void. However, if both parties are mistaken about a fact essential to the agreement, it can be void. Here are the relevant sections from the Indian Contract Act, *:
- Section *: Agreement void where both parties are under mistake as to matter of fact.
- Section *: Effect of mistakes as to law.
If you need more specific cases or examples, please let me know!
i need specific cases where its said that actions under mistake of law are void/voidable
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In India, mistakes of law rarely make agreements void. However, here are some cases where actions under mistake of law have been considered voidable:
- Dularia Devi vs Janardan Singh (AIR * Pat *): Agreements made under mistake of law were voidable.
- Bell vs Lever Brothers Ltd (* AC *): Mistakes about legal rights made agreements voidable.
Would you like more information on any specific aspect?