The question (15 marks)
Define bailment and state its essential elements. Distinguish a pledge from a lien, and explain the rights of a pawnee where the pawnor makes default. (15 marks)
MU Module IV, bailment and pledge; chapter on bailment, lien and pledge, and case brief 14.
Plan your answer on paper before you look at the authorities — issue first, then the rule, then apply it to these facts.
It tests Unit 4 · Indemnity, Guarantee, Bailment and Agency of Contract – II.
Authorities you will need
- State of Gujarat v. Memom Mahomed
- Atul Mehra v. Bank of Maharashtra
- R.D. Saxena v. Balaram Prasad Sharma
- Reaves v. Capper
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