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Mark the correct statement:
The Specific Relief Act is not exhaustive of all kinds of specific reliefs
The Act is not restricted to specific performance of contracts.
Both (1) and (2)
Only (1)
None of the above
Correct Answer: C — Both (1) and (2)
Explanation:
The Preamble to SRA provides that the purpose of the SRA is to “define and amend”. Since the purpose is not consolidate the law on Specific Relief we can say that the SRA is not “Exhaustive”.
In specific relief, the court's decision is based on:
The financial status of the parties involved
The number of witnesses presented by each party
Principles of fairness, justice, and equity
The duration of the contract
None of the above
Correct Answer: C — Principles of fairness, justice, and equity
Explanation:
Principles of fairness, justice, and equity. Meaning of Specific Relief : Specific relief is a remedy that is specific to the subject matter of the dispute.
According to Section 2(b) of the Specific Relief Act, what does "settlement" refer to?
Resolution of cases
Destination or Devolution of movable or immovable property to successive interests
Compromise in contractual disputes
Compensation for damages
None of the above
Correct Answer: B — Destination or Devolution of movable or immovable property to successive interests
Explanation:
Specific Relief Act : It is a legal statute that deals with civil remedies for specific situations. It provides for the recovery of possession of property, specific performance of contracts and other related matters.
