Abdul Raheem vs The Karnataka Electricity Board & Ors

The Supreme Court held that the High Court erred in interpreting the agreement for sale and in denying specific performance under Section 20 of the Specific Relief Act. The Court found that the plaintiff was ready and willing to perform his part of the contract, and the defendant was obligated to execute the sale deed upon receipt of the full consideration. The judgment of the High Court was set aside, and specific performance was directed in favor of the plaintiff, emphasizing the importance of the parties' intentions as reflected in the agreement.