Section 56Impossibility of Performance
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Impossibility of Performance
Indian Contract Act
Of the Performance of Contracts
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Reviewed by Adv. Shailendra Babbar, Seasoned Advocate · Practicing since 31 years
📅 Updated 2026-03-31📚 Source: The Gazette of India
🗣️ Simple Explanation

If you agree to do something that's impossible from the start, the agreement is invalid. If something happens after you make the agreement that makes it impossible or illegal to do, the agreement becomes invalid.

💡 Real Life Example

A agrees with B to discover treasure by magic. The agreement is void because it's impossible. A agrees to sell goods to B, but the goods are destroyed by fire before delivery. The contract becomes void.

🛡️ KNOW YOUR RIGHTS
  • You are not bound by an agreement if it becomes impossible to perform due to unforeseen circumstances.
  • If the performance becomes illegal, the contract is void.
Sources & References

📒 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

Disclaimer: This content is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Consult a qualified advocate for specific legal matters.

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