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IN THE HIGH COURT OF JUDICATURE AT MADRAS
P.B.BALAJI
C. Sumathi – Appellant
Versus
P. Manjula – Respondent
| Table of Content |
|---|
| 1. plaintiff's suit for specific performance. (Para 1 , 3) |
| 2. arguments regarding agreement validity and fraud. (Para 4 , 5 , 6 , 7 , 8) |
| 3. points of consideration formulated by court. (Para 9 , 10) |
| 4. evaluation of plaintiff's readiness and willingness. (Para 11 , 12) |
| 5. court's refusal to entertain additional evidence. (Para 13 , 14) |
| 6. dismissal of the appeal suit. (Para 15) |
JUDGMENT :
The plaintiff, whose suit for specific performance of an agreement of sale has been dismissed by the Trial Court, is the appellant.
2. I have heard Mr.I.Abdul Basith, learned counsel for the appellant. Despite the respondent having entered appearance by way of caveat and several opportunities being granted for the appearance of the respondent, none showing up, I proceeded to hear the learned counsel for the appellant.
3. PLEADINGS:
(a) Plaint in brief:
The plaintiff entered into an agreement of sale with the defendant, the owner of the suit property on 18.12.2014, for a total sale consideration of Rs.16,00,000/-. The plaintiff has paid an advance of Rs.10,00,000/- and he was ready to pay the balance Rs.6,00,000/-. The defendant demanded further advance of Rs.2,00,000/- to meet family expenses
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A party seeking specific performance must prove readiness and willingness to perform the contract, supported by credible evidence.
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