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Indian Contract Act, 1872

Section 76

On rescission, any gain from contract to be restored

Quick Answer Reference: Section 76 Contract Act

  • Provision: Section 76 of Contract Act
  • Act: Indian Contract Act, 1872
  • Classification: contract
  • Jurisdiction: India
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What does Section 76 of Contract Act say?

Section 76 of the Indian Contract Act deals with the effect of rescission on any gain from the contract. The section states: "On rescission of a contract, any gain derived from the contract by any party must be restored to the other party." The section aims to prevent parties from benefiting from a contract that has been rescinded. The Supreme Court has held that any gain derived from the contract must be restored, whether it is in the form of money, property, or services.

Indian StandardSection 76, Indian Contract Act, 1872
Bluebook (21st ed.)Indian Contract Act, 1872, § 76 (India)
Court Pleading StandardSection 76 of the Indian Contract Act, 1872
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What is Section 76 of Contract Act?

Section 76 of the Indian Contract Act, 1872 (Contract Act) defines and regulates "On rescission, any gain from contract to be restored". The section states: Section 76 of the Indian Contract Act deals with the effect of rescission on any gain from the contract. The section states: "On rescission of a contract, any gain derived from the...

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