Introduction to Quasi-Contracts
Quasi-contracts are obligations imposed by law to prevent unjust enrichment. They are not actual contracts but function similarly to impose legal obligations.
Legal Framework for Quasi-Contracts
- Provisions in the Indian Contract Act: Sections 68 to 72 deal with quasi-contracts.
Types of Quasi-Contracts in India
- Supply of Necessaries: Reimbursement for supplying necessities to incapable persons.
- Payment by Interested Party: Reimbursement for payments made on behalf of another.
- Obligation to Pay for Non-Gratuitous Acts: Compensation for services rendered with the expectation of payment.
- Finder of Goods: Responsibility of the finder to return lost goods to the owner.
- Mistake or Coercion: Obligation to return benefits received under mistake or coercion.
Case Laws on Quasi-Contracts
- State of West Bengal v. B.K. Mondal and Sons: Discussed the principle of quasi-contracts.
- Sonell Clocks & Gifts Ltd. v. New India Assurance Co. Ltd.: Highlighted the application of quasi-contracts.
Conclusion
Quasi-contracts are essential for ensuring fairness and preventing unjust enrichment in transactions without formal agreements.
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