Understanding Section 11: Why Minors Cannot Contract | Know

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Understanding Section 11: Why Minors Cannot Contract | Know the Law

By Team EOS |

๐Ÿ“˜ Can a Minor Enter Into a Contract?

โŒ Absolutely Not.
As per Section 11 of the Indian Contract Act, 1872, a person must be of the age of majority (i.e., 18 years or 21 in certain guardianship cases) to enter into a valid contract.

๐Ÿงพ Any contract entered into by a minor is “void ab initio” — meaning it has no legal effect from the very beginning, regardless of consent or intention.

๐Ÿ” Even if:

  • The minor misrepresents their age

  • Both parties agree mutually

  • The contract seems beneficial

…it still remains unenforceable in a court of law.

โœ… However, a minor can be a beneficiary under a contract — they can receive advantages, but cannot be held liable for obligations.

โš–๏ธ This provision exists to protect minors from exploitation and legal consequences due to immaturity.

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