RAMBARAN PROSAD vs RAM MOHIT HAZRA & ORS.

The Supreme Court held that the preemption clause in a partition award is binding on successors-in-interest, as per Sections 23, 27(b), and 37 of the Specific Relief Act, which enforce contracts against legal heirs and assignees unless a contrary intention is expressed. The Court clarified that the rule against perpetuities does not apply to personal contracts that do not create an interest in property, thus affirming the enforceability of the preemption clause. The High Court's dismissal of the defendants' appeal was upheld, confirming the plaintiffs' right to preempt the sale.