Tag: breach of contract

27. ‘A’ lends a book to ‘B’ and ‘B’ promises to return it one week before examinations. B did not return it in spite of ‘A’s’ repeated demands. A sues B for breach of contract and claims damages. B pleads absence of consideration and therefore not a contract. Decide.

1. Facts of the Case 2. Issues in the Case 3. Legal Principles Covered a) Essentials of a Valid Contract (Section 10, Indian Contract Act, […]

11. A sold 100 quintals of groundnut oil to B. Before it could be delivered to ‘B’ the Govt. of India requisitioned the whole quantity lying with ‘A’ in public interest. ‘B’ wants to sue ‘A’ for breach of contract. Advise B.

1. Facts of the Case The issue for consideration is whether A’s non-performance, caused by government requisition, amounts to breach of contract under Indian Contract […]