Indian Contract Act, 1872
Indian Contract Act, 1872
X · Section 192

Representation of principal by sub-agent properly appointed.

Synced on 13 Aug 2026Text as per India Code

Where a sub-agent is

properly appointed, the principal is, so far as regards third persons, represented by the sub-agent, and is

bound by and responsible for his acts, as if he were an agent originally appointed by the principal.

Agent’s responsibility for sub-agent.—The agent is responsible to the principal for the acts of the

sub-agent.

Sub-agent’s responsibility.—The sub-agent is responsible for his acts to the agent, but not to the

principal, except in cases of fraud or wilful wrong.

Judgments on Section 192