Supreme Court of India · 2000-02-01
Ram Awadh (Dead) By Lrs. & Ors vs Achbalbar Dubey & Anr
- Court
- Supreme Court of India
- Petitioner
- Ram Awadh (Dead) By Lrs. & Ors
- Respondent
- Achbalbar Dubey & Anr
- Bench
- N.S.Hegde, Ruma Pal
Judgment text excerpt
The Supreme Court clarified that under Section 16(c) of the Specific Relief Act, a plaintiff seeking specific performance must prove readiness and willingness to perform their part of the contract. The Court held that this obligation is personal to the plaintiff and can be raised by any defendant, including subsequent purchasers, to contest the claim. The judgment in Jugraj Singh's case was distinguished, emphasizing that the requirement of readiness and willingness is not limited to the vendor but applies universally to all parties involved in the suit.