# The Indian Contract Act, 1872, Section 198: Knowledge requisite for valid ratification

- Act: The Indian Contract Act, 1872 (Act 9 of 1872)
- In force from: 1872-09-01
- Ministry: Ministry of Law and Justice
- Source URL: https://indiacode.ecourtsindia.com/contract-act/section/198/

## Text

No valid ratification can be made by a person whose knowledge of the facts of the case is materially defective.

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