Chhattisgarh pre 2016

'A', a businessman, leaves goods at 'B's house by mistake. 'B' treats the goods as his. Is 'B' liable to pay?

Verified Answer
A. No, 'B' is not liable to pay.
B. Yes, 'B' is liable to pay.
C. 'B' has an option to pay.
D. 'B' may partly pay.

Explanation:

This scenario falls under the concept of 'quasi-contract' or unjust enrichment (Sections 71 and 72 of the Indian Contract Act). If 'B' treats the goods as his own, he is bound to pay for them.