Specific Performance
A remedy compelling a party to perform their part of a contract, rather than merely paying damages, under the Specific Relief Act.
Relevant Legislation
- The Specific Relief Act, 1963
Frequently Asked Questions
What is specific performance of a contract?
Specific performance is a remedy compelling a party to actually perform their contractual obligations, rather than merely pay damages for breach — under the Specific Relief Act (as substantially amended in 2018), it is now the norm for enforceable contracts rather than a purely discretionary exception.
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