The Specific Relief Act, 1963 is a fundamental civil law legislation that governs the grant of specific relief by courts, particularly in matters relating to enforcement of civil rights and obligations. The Act provides remedies where monetary compensation is inadequate, focusing on the enforcement of contracts, recovery of possession, declaratory reliefs, and preventive remedies.
The statute lays down the principles and conditions under which courts may grant relief such as specific performance of contracts, injunctions (temporary and perpetual), rectification and cancellation of instruments, and declaratory decrees. It plays a crucial role in civil litigation involving property disputes, contractual obligations, and equitable relief.
This edition is updated as amended by the Jammu and Kashmir Reorganisation Act, 2019 (w.e.f. 31-10-2019), ensuring applicability and accuracy in line with current legal provisions.
This Bare Act edition (2024) is presented in its original statutory form and serves as an essential reference for advocates, judicial officers, law students, and candidates preparing for judicial and other competitive examinations.
Key Highlights
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Law Governing Specific Relief
Provides remedies where compensation is not an adequate relief.
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Specific Performance of Contracts
Lays down provisions governing enforcement of contractual obligations.
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Injunctions
Covers grant of temporary, perpetual, and preventive injunctions.
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Declaratory Reliefs
Enables courts to declare legal rights and status of parties.
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Rectification and Cancellation of Instruments
Provides remedies for correcting or cancelling legal documents.
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Recovery of Possession
Includes provisions relating to possession of immovable property.
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Amended and Updated Law
Incorporates amendments introduced by the Jammu and Kashmir Reorganisation Act, 2019.
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Bare Act in Original Statutory Language
Ideal for precise legal reference and interpretation.
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