Where the plaintiff, in a suit for specific performance, proves the existence of the agreement and its non-performance by the defendant, the Court:
Verified Answer
A. is wound to issue a decree for specific performance
B. can refuse to issue a decree for specific performance on the ground of inadequacy of consideration
C. is not bound to issue a decree for specific performance, since the relief is discretionary
D. None of the above
Explanation:
As per Section 20 of the Specific Relief Act, the relief of specific performance is discretionary, and the court is not bound to grant it merely because it is lawful to do so.