Consider the following statements and give correct answer with the help of code given below :
The case of Mohori Bibee Vs Dharmodas Ghose :
(a) has laid down that a minor's contract becomes valid when he attains majority.
(b) is the decision of the Supreme Court of India regarding minor's contract.
(c) is the decision of Privy Council regarding voidness of minor's contract.
(d) has laid down that contract without consideration is void.
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Mohori Bibee Case: Statement Analysis

This question concerns the legal precedent set by the case Mohori Bibee Vs Dharmodas Ghose. Let's analyze each statement:

Statement (a): A minor's contract is considered void ab initio (void from the beginning) under Indian law. It does not become valid once the minor reaches the age of majority. Therefore, this statement is incorrect.
Statement (b): The Mohori Bibee case was decided in 1903. The Supreme Court of India was established in 1950. This case predates the Supreme Court and was heard by the Privy Council. Thus, this statement is incorrect.
Statement (c): The Mohori Bibee Vs Dharmodas Ghose case was indeed decided by the Privy Council. The judgment established that an agreement or contract entered into by a minor is void. Therefore, this statement is correct.
Statement (d): While Section 25 of the Indian Contract Act states that agreements without consideration are generally void, the specific ruling in the Mohori Bibee case focused on the status of minor's contracts being void, not on the general principle of consideration. This statement is incorrect in the context of the specific holding of this case.