Nanjappan vs Ramasamy & Anr

The Supreme Court addressed the issue of specific performance under the Specific Relief Act, 1963, particularly Section 10, which allows specific performance of a contract when the party is ready and willing to perform their part. The Court held that the respondents had demonstrated their readiness and willingness to perform the contract by paying substantial amounts towards the sale consideration, and thus, the High Court's dismissal of the second appeal was overturned. The Court directed the execution of the sale deed in favor of the respondents, emphasizing the importance of upholding contractual obligations.