Which statement best captures the essential element of partnership formation regarding intention?

• A. It requires explicit intention to form a partnership.
• B. It can arise without intention to form a partnership.
• C. It requires a formal act of registration with the government.
• D. It is only formed where there is a written contract.

Answer: (B)

Intention to form is not a necessary prerequisite for a partnership. A partnership can come into existence simply by two or more people carrying on business in common with a view to making a profit, even if there was no explicit agreement or formal decision to form a partnership. The law recognises partnerships from the conduct and arrangement of the parties, not from a stated intention alone. Formal steps like registering with the government or having a written contract are not required for a partnership to exist; they’re merely additional evidentiary props that can help prove the relationship.