Contract Law

When Contracts Cross the Line โš–๏ธ


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๐Ÿ›๏ธ The Contract Freedom vs. Public Good Dilemma

๐ŸŒŸ Ever wondered what happens when two people make a perfectly legal agreement that somehow violates the law or harms society? This episode explores the fascinating world of void contracts and public policy!

๐Ÿ’ก What You'll Discover:

  • ๐Ÿ” How public policy isn't fixed - it evolves with society and technology
  • โš–๏ธ Why employees can't sign away their legal benefits, no matter what they agree to
  • ๐ŸŽฏ When international arbitration is allowed vs. when it crosses the line
  • ๐Ÿšจ Why agreements to harm others are automatically void

๐Ÿš€ Real Cases Discussed:

  • ๐Ÿ’Ž ONGC Limited vs. Saw Pipes Limited - How Supreme Court defines changing public policy
  • โญ PSL Wind Solutions vs. G Power Conversion - When Indian parties can choose foreign arbitration
  • ๐Ÿ›ก๏ธ RCC Sales vs. ESI Corporation - Why worker protection laws can't be contracted away
  • ๐Ÿ’ฐ Hindustan Cables case - When illegal commission agreements become void

๐ŸŽญ Real-World Examples:

  • ๐Ÿค Marriage brokerage agreements and why they're problematic
  • ๐Ÿ’ผ Employment bonds that create virtual slavery
  • ๐ŸŽฏ Contracts to defame or assault someone

๐ŸŽ™๏ธ Learn how Section 23 of the Indian Contract Act 1872 protects society while respecting individual freedom - essential knowledge for anyone making agreements!

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Contract LawBy Sharad Bansal