The complete, searchable revised course plan for Contract Law-II (Course Codes 21LALC201 / 21LBLC201 / 21LCLC201) — every unit, topic, session count, the full 49-case reading list grouped by subject, statutes, prescribed and reference books, and the ISA evaluation scheme.
By the end of this course, students will be able to:
Sixty-five sessions across five units. Each topic below lists its planned number of sessions and the pedagogy used to teach it.
A refresher on the general principles underlying all contracts, as the foundation for the special contracts that follow.
Lecture methodDefinition, nature and scope.
Lecture methodRights of the indemnity holder when sued (Section 125); commencement of the indemnifier’s liability.
Lecture methodDefinition and essential features; the difference between the contract of indemnity and guarantee.
Lecture methodKinds of guarantee, and the extent of a surety’s liability.
Flipped Classroom method - students review key concepts and case laws at home via videos or readings, and use class time to discuss the difference between indemnity and guarantee.By revocation; by the death of the surety; by novation; by variance; by release or discharge of the principal debtor; by composition, an extension of time, or a promise not to sue; by impairing the surety’s liability.
Lecture methodAgainst the principal debtor; against the creditor; against the co-sureties.
Flipped classroom method - students prepare and discuss the rights of a surety against all other parties.How liability is apportioned between co-sureties.
Lecture methodDefinition, essentials, and kinds of bailment.
Lecture methodDuty to disclose faults in goods bailed [S.150]; duty to pay necessary expenses [S.158]; duty to indemnify the bailee for premature termination [S.159]; bailor’s responsibility to bailee [S.164].
Lecture methodDuty of reasonable care (S.151-152); duty not to make unauthorised use (S.154); duty not to mix (S.155-157); duty to return (S.160-161); duty not to set up ‘jus tertii’; duty to return any increase (S.163).
Lecture methodRight to compensation [S.164]; right to expenses or remuneration [S.158]; right of lien [Ss.170-171]; right to sue.
Lecture methodConcept and rights of the finder of goods (S.168-169).
Lecture methodDefinition; comparison of pledge with bailment and hypothecation.
Lecture methodRight of retainer (Ss.173-174); right to extraordinary expenses (S.175); right to sell (S.176); the defaulting pawnor’s right to redeem.
Flipped classroom method - students are given materials before class and analyse the rights of pawnee and pawnor in class.Pledge by a mercantile agent (S.178); pledge by a person in possession under a voidable contract (S.178-A); pledge by pledgee (S.179).
Lecture methodDefinition and essentials of agency; kinds of agents.
Lecture methodBy express agreement; by implied agreement; by ratification; by operation of law.
Lecture methodDuty to follow instructions or customs [S.211]; duty of reasonable care and skill [S.212]; duty to maintain accounts [S.213]; duty to communicate with the principal [S.214]; duty to avoid conflict of interest [S.215 & S.216]; duty not to make secret profits; duty to remit sums [S.218]; duty not to delegate [S.190].
Lecture methodRight to remuneration [S.219]; right of retainer [S.217]; right of lien [S.221]; right to indemnity [Ss.222-223]; right to compensation [S.225]; right of stoppage in transit.
Lecture methodDelegation of authority; relation of the principal with third parties; liability of the principal; personal liability of the agent.
Lecture methodBy the act of the parties (agreement, revocation by the principal, revocation by the agent); by operation of law (performance of the contract, expiry of time, insanity/death/insolvency of either party, destruction of the subject matter, principal becoming an alien enemy, dissolution of a company, termination of sub-agent’s authority).
Flipped classroom method - students come prepared on the different modes by which an agency ends and discuss them in class.The statutory definition and essential elements of a partnership.
Lecture methodMode of determining the existence of partnership; duration of partnership.
Lecture methodTypes of partners; admission of a minor to the benefits of the firm.
Lecture methodGeneral duties of partners (S.9); duty to indemnify for loss caused by fraud (S.10); duty relating to the conduct of business (S.12(b)); duty to indemnify the firm for loss caused by wilful neglect (S.13(f)); duty in respect of personal profits earned by partners (S.16(a)); duty not to compete with the business of the firm (S.16(b)); duty in respect of application of the property of the firm (S.15); duty to contribute equally to losses (S.13(b)).
Lecture methodRight to take part in the conduct of the business (S.12(a)); right to inspect and copy the firm’s books (S.12(d)); right to share equally in profits (S.13(b)); right to receive interest on capital subscribed (S.13(c), 13(d)); right to indemnity for payments and liabilities (S.13(e)); right to receive remuneration (S.13(a)); majority rights (S.12(c)).
Lecture methodHow the firm and its partners are bound in dealings with outsiders.
Lecture methodThe circumstances and consequences of a partner’s retirement or expulsion.
Lecture methodProcedure for registration; advantages of registration; the impact of non-registration.
Lecture methodModes of dissolution (Ss.40-44); effects of dissolution.
Lecture methodSalient features of an LLP; the liability aspect.
Guest lecture by subject expertFormation of the contract; goods; price.
Lecture methodImplied conditions - title, sale by description, sale by sample, quality or fitness, merchantable quality. Implied warranty - quiet possession, against encumbrance.
Case Law method - students distinguish between conditions and warranties, and understand their legal consequences through case laws.Transfer of property in specific goods; unascertained goods; transfer of title.
Lecture methodRules as to delivery of goods; acceptance of delivery; rights and duties of the buyer.
Lecture methodAgainst the goods; against the buyer personally.
Guest lecture by subject expertSeller’s remedies against the buyer; buyer’s remedies against the seller.
Guest lecture by subject expertGrouped by subject, as furnished in the course plan. Use the search box above to jump straight to a case by party name or citation.
| Assessment | Weightage (marks) |
|---|---|
| Mid-term exam | 15 |
| Teacher-Evolved Assessment Method I — Legal Problem Analysis & AI Comic Strip | 15 |
| Teacher-Evolved Assessment Method II — Contract Simulation / Role-play | 15 |
| Attendance | 05 |
| Total (ISA) | 50 |
Industry / professional skills: research, argumentative skills, critical thinking, communication. Human values: honesty, prudence, logic, ethics and good conduct - “one must know to keep his promises.”
Students are divided into groups of five, with each group assigned a legal problem on a topic covered in Special Contracts. While group discussion is encouraged, each student independently submits a written legal analysis identifying the material facts, legal issues, relevant statutory provisions, application of law, and a reasoned conclusion. Each student additionally creates a unique AI-generated comic strip (4–8 panels) illustrating a key legal issue or outcome from the assigned problem, and submits the AI prompt(s) used along with the written analysis.
Date of submission: 21.09.2026. Mode: individual written submission with a printed AI-generated comic strip and AI prompt(s) attached. Bloom’s level 5; course outcomes 1, 2, 3.
| Criteria | Excellent (5 marks) | Good (3–4 marks) | Needs improvement (1–2 marks) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Legal analysis & application | Accurately identifies material facts, legal issues, relevant statutory provisions and judicial precedents; excellent application of legal principles with a well-reasoned conclusion. | Identifies the main facts, issues and applicable law with minor omissions; reasonable legal analysis and an appropriate conclusion. | Analysis is incomplete or inaccurate; fails to identify key legal issues or apply relevant legal principles effectively. |
| Critical legal reasoning | Logical, well-structured and persuasive analysis evaluating the rights, liabilities and remedies of the parties with strong legal justification. | Reasonable legal reasoning with some analysis of rights and liabilities, though the discussion lacks depth or clarity. | Limited or superficial reasoning; conclusions are unsupported or show a weak understanding of the applicable law. |
| Visualisation through AI-generated comic strip | Highly creative and legally accurate; effectively illustrates the assigned legal problem; visuals, captions/dialogue and the AI prompt demonstrate a strong understanding. | Accurately represents the legal problem with adequate creativity and legal relevance; visuals, captions and AI prompts are mostly clear and appropriate. | Lacks clarity, legal relevance or creativity; visuals, captions or AI prompts show limited understanding of the legal problem or its application. |
Students are divided into groups of 4–5 members, with each group assigned a concept or topic from the Special Contracts syllabus. Each group designs and performs a commercial contract simulation using an original factual scenario, demonstrating the formation of the contractual relationship, explaining the legal concepts involved, identifying the relevant legal issues, discussing the applicable statutory provisions, and illustrating the rights and liabilities of the parties. Each group submits a report (1–2 pages) outlining the facts, assigned roles, legal issues and relevant statutory provisions after the simulation.
Date of commencement: 27.10.2026. Mode: group contract simulation (10 minutes) with submission of a one-page simulation report. Bloom’s level 5; course outcomes 1, 2, 3, 4, 5.
| Criteria | Excellent (5 marks) | Good (3–4 marks) | Needs improvement (1–2 marks) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Application of legal principles | Excellent teamwork and coordination; all members actively participate, effectively portray their assigned professional roles through appropriate communication, conduct and presentation, and contribute meaningfully to the simulation. | Good teamwork and role performance, with most members participating actively; minor inconsistencies in coordination, communication or portrayal of professional roles. | Limited teamwork or coordination; participation is uneven, and the portrayal of professional roles lacks preparation, professionalism or engagement. |
| Team coordination & professional role performance | Clear role performance (client/lawyer), strong teamwork, a well-planned strategy and adaptability; negotiates persuasively and within legal boundaries. | Collaborates effectively; roles are mostly clear; shows some strategy but may lack consistency or depth. | Roles unclear or uneven; poor coordination or a weak strategy; minimal contribution or ineffective communication. |
| Simulation report | Well-structured, clearly presents the facts, legal issues, relevant statutory provisions, legal analysis and a reasoned conclusion; concise, accurate and professionally presented. | Identifies the main legal issues and applicable legal provisions with reasonable analysis, but contains minor omissions or lacks depth. | Incomplete, poorly organised, or demonstrates limited understanding of the legal issues, applicable law, or legal analysis. |
| Course outcome | Weightage in assessment |
|---|---|
| CO1 | 20 |
| CO2 | 20 |
| CO3 | 20 |
| CO4 | 20 |
| CO5 | 20 |
| Total | 100 |