Section 182 Indian Contract Act 1872 (“Agent” and “principal” defined)
Section 182 Indian Contract Act 1872
Section 182 of the Indian Contract Act 1872 is about “Agent” and “principal” defined. It is under “Appointment and authority of agents” of CHAPTER X of the Act. CHAPTER X is titled AGENCY.
“Agent” and “principal” defined
An “agent” is a person employed to do any act for another, or to represent another in dealings with third persons. The person for whom such act is done, or who is so represented, is called the “principal”.
See also:
Section 181 Indian Contract Act 1872 (Apportionment of relief or compensation obtained by such suits)