Consideration

1 What it means

Something of value given in exchange for a promise. Without consideration, an agreement is generally void, under the Indian Contract Act, 1872.

2 Use it in a sentence

An agreement in writing and registered, made out of natural love and affection between near relatives, is valid even without consideration.

3 Make it stick

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