SHORT ANSWER:
The Supreme Court of India has ruled that coercion in contracts renders them void and unenforceable.
DETAILS:
- Coercion is defined under Section 15 of the Indian Contract Act, 1872.
- A contract is voidable at the option of the party who was coerced.
- The court emphasizes the importance of free consent in forming valid contracts.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- The party who coerced may face legal consequences, including damages or penalties.
SOURCE:
- Indian Contract Act, 1872
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