THOTA LAKSHMI VENKATA BALA vs MUTTAMSETTI SEETHAMMA

The Supreme Court upheld the decree for specific performance of a contract under Section 20 of the Specific Relief Act, affirming the trial court's decision that the appellant was bound to execute the sale deed as per the agreement dated 19.8.1991. The Court found that the appellant's cancellation of the sale deed was invalid and that the respondent was entitled to enforce the contract despite the appellant's claims of inability to pay. The High Court's dismissal of the appeal was thus affirmed, reinforcing the principle that specific performance can be granted when the contract is clear and the plaintiff is ready to perform their part.