Kerala State Housing Board & Anr vs Grace Joseph & Anr

The Supreme Court held that the Kerala State Housing Board's demand for additional payment from the respondent, based on Clauses 10 and 11 of the agreement, was valid only if the Board provided a detailed statement of account justifying the increased costs. The Court emphasized that the Board's decision to re-fix prices must be transparent and substantiated, and the respondent is entitled to dispute any unjustified claims in civil court. The appeal was dismissed, affirming the High Court's directive for the Board to furnish the necessary details to the respondent.