In estimating the loss or damage arising from a breach of contract, the means which existed of…
The Explanation to s.73 of the Indian Contract Act, 1872 provides that, in estimating loss from breach, the means which existed of remedying the inconvenience caused by…
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In estimating the loss or damage arising from a breach of contract, the means which existed of remedying the inconvenience caused by the non-performance of the contract:
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The Explanation to s.73 of the Indian Contract Act, 1872 provides that, in estimating loss from breach, the means which existed of remedying the inconvenience caused by non-performance "must be taken into account". This reflects the injured party's duty to mitigate.
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