Difference between common carrier and private carrier

Both can be distinguished by the following facts :


Common Carrier :-

1. He carries the goods as a regular business to earn money.

2. He carries the goods without any discrimination.

3. He declares schedule of service.

4. He cannot refuse to accept the goods without any reasonable cause.

5. He is governed by the carriers act.


Private Carrier :-

1. He carries the goods occasionally.

2. He carries the goods of particular persons.

3. He has no schedule of service.

4. He has the option to accept or refuse to carry goods.

5. He is governed by the laws relating to bailment.