05/10/2026
Important SC Judgment: Specific Performance & Contract Law | Law in Short
episode of Law in Short, we break down a crucial Supreme Court judgment regarding the "Specific Performance" of a contract.
Here is a quick summary of the case:
The Dispute: A buyer paid ₹9 Lakhs out of a ₹9.3 Lakhs agreement, but the seller refused to execute the sale deed and demanded more money.
The Issue: The buyer filed a suit within the limitation period but sent the legal notice late. The High Court ruled that this late notice showed a lack of "readiness and willingness" to perform the contract.
The Supreme Court Ruling: The SC overturned the High Court's decision! The Court established that a person's "readiness and willingness" must be judged by their overall conduct (like paying almost the entire amount and filing the suit on time)—not merely by the date the legal notice was sent.
If a buyer genuinely intends to complete the contract and acts within the legal time limits, their right to specific performance cannot be denied just because of a delayed notice! ⚖️✨
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