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    Question

    In a suit for specific performance of contract,

    Compensation______
    A Can be claimed as damages Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Cannot be claimed Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Can be claimed in addition to specific performance for breach of contract. Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Can be claimed in substitution of specific performance for breach of contract. Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E Either C or D. Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    As per S. 21 in The Specific Relief Act, 1963 21. Power to award compensation in certain cases.— (1) In a suit for specific performance of a contract, the plaintiff may also claim compensation for its breach, either in addition to, or in substitution of, such performance.


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