Distinguish between Particular and General Lien

Particular and General Lien can be distinguished as follows:-

Particular Lien

General Lien

1.      Provisions relating to Bailee’s particular lien is provided under Section 170 of the Contract Act. 2.  The right of a particular lien can be claimed by every bailee. 3.      The right of particular lien can be claimed only in respect of goods upon which some labour or skill has been exercised by the Bailee.

1.      Provisions relating to general lien is provided under Section 171 of the Contract Act. 2.  The right of general lien is granted to Bankers, Factors, wharfingers, Attorney of High Courts and Policy brokers generally. Though under Section 171 the parties to the contract of bailment can, by mutual agreement confer right of general lien on a bailee. 3.    The right of general lien can be claimed in respect of any charge due in respect of other goods.

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