The Application of the Contract Act, 1872 in Regulating Electronic Contracts and E-Commerce Transaction

Abstract

Thanks to global technological advancements, information can be shared instantly and across different people without any communication barriers. The growth of e-commerce is the only thing that makes this feasible. E-commerce is the exchange of goods, services, and information between parties via digital platforms. Appropriate legislation is required to control this e-commerce. The author of this article examines the various forms of electronic contracts and the conditions that must be met in order for an e-contract to be enforceable. Every contract in Bangladesh is based on the Contract Act of 1872. Though none of these laws address the creation of an e-contract, there are numerous problems and difficulties in regulating e-contracts with their assistance. The author makes an effort to research and evaluate legal and e-contract issues. Thus, one can learn about the various legal facets of electronic contracts in Bangladesh through this article.