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In Lalman Shukla v. Gauri Dutt, 'A' sent his servant to find his missing nephew and later announced a reward of ₹500 for anyone who found the boy. The servant found the boy without knowledge of the reward. Is the servant entitled to the reward?
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- 1No, because servants cannot enter into contracts with masters.
- 2Yes, but only to a reasonable compromise amount.
- 3No, because communication of offer is essential and the servant had no knowledge of the reward when he found the boy.✓
- 4Yes, because performance of the act constitutes acceptance of a general offer.
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No, because communication of offer is essential and the servant had no knowledge of the reward when he found the boy.
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