Question

“Ultra vires” means

• A. an outstanding skilful performance
• B. a social blunder
• C. beyond one’s powers
• D. mode of operation

Answer 1

Answer:

C. beyond one’s powers

Meaning of "Ultra Vires"

• Ultra Vires is a Latin term which literally means "beyond the powers".

• In legal contexts, it refers to an act that is performed by a corporation or its officers that is beyond the scope of their legal authority or powers as defined by their charter or governing documents.

• Such acts are considered void or invalid from the beginning.