The Indian Contract Act, 1872
192. Representation of principal by sub-agent properly appointed –
Where a sub-agent is properly appointed, the principal is, so far as regards third persons, represented by the sub-agent, and is bound by and responsible for his acts, as if he were an agent originally appointed by the principal.
Agent’s responsibility for sub-agent: The agent is responsible to the principal for the acts of the sub-agent.Sub-agent’s responsibility:
The sub-agent is responsible for his acts to the agent, but not to the principal, except in cases of fraud, or wilful wrong.