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‘A’ lends a horse to ‘B’ for his own riding only. ‘B’ allows ‘C’, a member of his family, to ride the horse. ‘C’ rides with care, but the horse accidentally falls and is injured.

Option: 1

B is liable.


Option: 2

B is not liable.


Option: 3

C is liable.


Option: 4

A is liable.


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'B’ is liable to make compensation to ‘A’ for the injury caused to the horse.It is the bailee’s responsibility to use the goods only for the authorised purpose under a contract. If it is found that the goods are used for unauthorised purposes, the entire contract can be declared void by the bailor. Hence correct option is a.

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