MOTILAL JAIN vs SMT.RAMDASI DEVI

The Supreme Court addressed the appeal against the Gauhati High Court's judgment which set aside the trial court's decree for specific performance of a contract under the Specific Relief Act, 1963. The High Court found that the suit was filed after the limitation period and that the plaintiff failed to demonstrate readiness and willingness to perform the contract as required under Section 16(c) of the Specific Relief Act. The Supreme Court upheld the High Court's decision, confirming the denial of specific performance but allowing compensation of Rs.22,094 to the plaintiff.