Question

A agrees to sell his bike to B for Rs. 50,000. Later, A refuses to sell. What is B’s remedy?

• A. File criminal case
• B. Claim damages
• C. Do nothing
• D. Cancel agreement

Hint:

Breach of contract → Civil remedy
Main remedy = Damages (compensation), not criminal action.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

Concept: Under the Indian Contract Act, 1872, when one party fails to perform their promise, it amounts to a breach of contract. The aggrieved party is entitled to remedies. Key remedies for breach of contract:
• Claim damages (compensation)
• Specific performance (in certain cases)
• Injunction

Step 1: Identify the situation.
A agreed to sell the bike but later refused. This is a breach of contract.

Step 2: Determine the legal remedy.
The primary remedy available to B is to claim compensation for the loss suffered.

Step 3: Eliminate incorrect options.

• Criminal case → Not applicable in simple contract breach
• Do nothing → Not a remedy
• Cancel agreement → Possible but does not compensate loss

Step 4: Select correct option.
Thus, B can claim damages.