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X, executed a mortgage In favour of Y. a minor who has advanced the money. Is this mortgage valid?

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Solution: The mortgage Is valid and hence the money advanced to X can be recovered.
Reason: A minor can be a promisee.
[Leading case: Raghva Chariar v. Srinivasa]

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