Practice Problem – Nullity vs Cancellation

Practice Question

Business Law
Principles of Contract Law
Nullity vs Cancellation
MCQs

If a contract is null, what does it mean?

Answer +
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Step-by-step solutions +
A contract that is null is treated as if it never legally existed. This means it is retroactively dissolved as of the date it was formed, and both parties must return any benefits or considerations received under the agreement.

This principle ensures that no legal effect remains from an invalid contract, often due to lack of consent, illegality, or other essential defects.