If a contract has a deadline, and someone doesn't meet it, the contract can be cancelled if time was important. If time wasn't crucial, the contract stays valid, but the person who missed the deadline might have to pay for any losses caused.
A agrees to deliver goods to B by a certain date. If A fails to deliver on time and time was crucial (e.g., for a wedding), B can cancel the contract. If time wasn't crucial, B can still get compensation for any loss.
- •You can cancel a contract if the other party misses a deadline that was essential to the agreement.
- •If time wasn't essential, you can still claim compensation for any losses caused by the delay.
- •If you accept a late performance, you might lose your right to compensation unless you notify the other party.
📒 Legal text sourced from The Gazette of India & AdvocateKhoj Bare Acts Library
⚖️ Content reviewed by Adv. Shailendra Babbar, Seasoned Advocate, with 31 years of legal practice
📚 Act Reference: Indian Contract Act
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