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Vidya purchases a property from Krishna. Rajiv is already living in the property on a three-year lease. As a part of the purchase agreement, Vidya takes over the lease. There are some leakages in the house that Krishna promises to fix, as a part of the contract. A few months go by and the leakages are still no fixed. Rajiv calls Vidya, the new owner, and she says that it is Krishna’s responsibility. Can Rajiv file a suit for repairs against Krishna?

Option: 1

Yes Rajiv can file a suit against Krishna


Option: 2

 Rajiv can file suit against Vidya.


Option: 3

Rajiv can file suit against both Vidya and Krishna.


Option: 4

Contract is invalid.


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Since there is no contract between Rajiv and Krishna about repairing the leakage, if he files a suit, it will probably be dismissed by the Court. Krishna had agreed to carry out the repairs in his purchase contract with Vidya. Hence, she can file a suit against Krishna to get the work done. Rajiv, on the other hand, can sue Vidya for not performing her obligations according to the lease contract. Hence, B

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