Impact of the Pandemic on Commercial Contracts: The Frustration Defense

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Impact of the Pandemic on Commercial Contracts: The Frustration Defense Author: Rushikesh Suresh RautStudent, KCEs.S.S.Maniyar Law College, Jalgaon —————————————————————————————————————- Quick Takeaways Introduction Contract law is premised on the certainty that parties will honour their promises and perform obligations undertaken voluntarily. The stability of commercial relationships depends largely upon the predictability and enforceability of contractual commitments. […]

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Consideration under the Indian Contract Act, 1872: Meaning, Exceptions and Judicial Interpretation

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Consideration under the Indian Contract Act, 1872: Meaning, Exceptions and Judicial Interpretation Author: JyotiStudent, RBPU, Hoshiarpur Punjab —————————————————————————————————————- Quick Takeaways Introduction A contract is a legal agreement between two or more persons that creates rights and duties for everyone involved. In our daily life, we enter into contracts more often than we realize such as

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SIGNIFICANCE OF TIME IN COMMUNICATING ACCEPTANCE AND REVOCATION IN CONTRACT

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SIGNIFICANCE OF TIME IN COMMUNICATING ACCEPTANCE AND REVOCATION IN CONTRACT Author: Sadhana TiwariStudent, NLIU, Bhopal —————————————————————————————————————- Quick Takeaways Introduction There was no recorded presence of agreements between parties during the ancient and medieval periods. In those days, people religiously obeyed principles derived from the Vedas, Smritis, Shastras, etc. As the modern era came into being,

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BEYOND THE HANDSHAKE: THE LEGAL MECHANICS OF FREE CONSENT

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BEYOND THE HANDSHAKE: THE LEGAL MECHANICS OF FREE CONSENT Author: Khan Husnaara khatoon Iqrar AhmedStudent, Amity Law School, Mumbai —————————————————————————————————————- Quick Takeaways INTRODUCTION The principle of voluntary consent is fundamental to contemporary contract law. Beyond adhering to legal protocols, it upholds the notion that agreements should genuinely reflect the voluntary consent of all parties involved.

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The Legal Effects of Restraint on Legal Proceedings and Arbitration Clauses

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The Legal Effects of Restraint on Legal Proceedings and Arbitration Clauses Author: RashiStudent, Symbiosis Law School, Noida —————————————————————————————————————- Quick Takeaways Introduction Section 28 of the Indian Contract Act, 1872 states:“Agreements in restraint of legal proceedings are void.” The foundation of the Indian Contract Act, 1872 lies in the principle of freedom of contract; however, this

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OIL AND NATURAL GAS CORPORATION LTD. V. SAW PIPES (2003) 5 SCC 705

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OIL AND NATURAL GAS CORPORATION LTD. V. SAW PIPES (2003) 5 SCC 705 Author: Roshan KumarICFAI University, Dehradun —————————————————————————————————————- Key Takeaways Facts The Oil and Natural Gas Corporation (ONGC) placed an order with Saw Pipes for the supply of equipment for offshore exploration, which was to be sourced from approved European suppliers. Due to a

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Section 74 Indian Contract Act, Liquidated Damages, Penalty Clause

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Section 74 Indian Contract Act, Liquidated Damages, Penalty Clause Author: Roshan KumarICFAI University, Dehradun —————————————————————————————————————- Quick Takeaways Abstract Section 74 of the Indian Contract Act guides courts when a contract is breached and a pre-decided amount is mentioned. Earlier, courts strictly divided such clauses into liquidated damages and penalties, which created confusion about whether actual

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National Workshop on Cyber Forensics & Law

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National Workshop on Cyber Forensics & LawFrom Digital Footprints to Courtroom Admissibility Jointly presented by The Lawscape & KES’ Shri Jayantilal H. Patel Law College, Mumbai. About the Workshop With the introduction of the new criminal laws (BNS, BNSS, and BSA), understanding electronic evidence is no longer an optional skill for lawyers—it is strictly mandatory.

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The Silent Warriors: Animals in the Indian Security Forces

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The Silent Warriors: Animals in the Indian Security Forces Author: Japjot SinghJaipur National University —————————————————————————————————————- Key Takeaways: On the night of May 2nd, 2011, two helicopters descended onto Pakistani soil, carrying 23 American Navy SEAL soldiers on one of the most critical missions in modern history. Their target was Osama bin Laden, the mastermind behind

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Mental Health as a Human Right in India: Law, Reality, and Social Stigma

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Mental Health as a Human Right in India: Law, Reality, and Social Stigma Author: Tanu PriyaICFAI University, Dehradun —————————————————————————————————————- Key Takeaways: Mental health is a vital part of human health, yet it has long been overlooked or misunderstood in Indian society. People suffering from mental illness are often labeled “weak,” “unstable,” or “dangerous,” leading to

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