"He who seeks equity must do equity" does not apply in
Question and options
"He who seeks equity must do equity" does not apply in
- the power to set aside contract induced by undue influence
- consequences of rescission of a voidable contract
- obligation of a person who has received advantage under void agreement, or contract that becomes void
- the enforcement of purely legal rights
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: D - the enforcement of purely legal rights
The maxim governs a party seeking equitable relief (rescission for undue influence, restitution on rescission or under void agreements). It has no application where a plaintiff merely enforces purely legal rights.
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