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Educational Bond

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Educational Bond Clause Under Contract Law | Mental Health Grounds Justify Certificate Release Without Penalty : Madras HC
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|Madras High Court

Educational Bond Clause Under Contract Law | Mental Health Grounds Justify Certificate Release Without Penalty : Madras HC

Madras High Court ruled that a student discontinuing medical education due to severe mental health issues is entitled to the return of original certificates without paying the Rs. 10 lakh penalty under the bond clause. The judgment prioritizes humanitarian considerations over contractual obligations, setting a precedent for student rights in similar distress cases.