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Meaning and Essentials of a Contract of Sale

What is the definition of a 'contract of sale' under the Sale of Goods Act, 1930?
A contract of sale is a contract whereby the seller transfers or agrees to transfer the property in goods to the buyer for a price. It includes both a sale and an agreement to sell.
Under which Act is the contract of sale of goods governed in India?
The Sale of Goods Act, 1930 governs contracts of sale.
What is the difference between a 'sale' and an 'agreement to sell'?
In a sale, property in goods passes to the buyer immediately at the time of the contract, whereas in an agreement to sell, the transfer of property is to take place at a future time or subject to certain conditions.
What is the minimum number of parties required to form a contract of sale?
A contract of sale requires at least two parties: buyer and seller.
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