Can the agent reject an item specified by the principal if found defective after purchase?
General Chapter
Al-Mughni
Book of Agency
Primary text
It is permissible for the agent to reject the purchased item if it is found defective, because the principal's instruction implies soundness. This situation is analogous to when the principal authorizes the purchase of an item based on specific attributes (a described item).
Supporting text
Alternatively, rejection is not permitted because by specifying the exact item, the principal waived the agent's judgment, potentially accepting the item regardless of its defects.