#Section 16 Specific Relief Act

The Karnataka High Court affirmed that mere assertions of readiness and willingness to perform a contract are insufficient under Section 16(c) of the Specific Relief Act - plaintiffs must produce contemporaneous documentary proof such as bank statements, correspondence, or payment records. This sets a clear evidentiary standard for property buyers seeking specific performance, shifting the burden beyond oral claims to verifiable paper trails.

Karnataka High Court holds that an express 'time is essence' clause in a sale agreement bars specific performance if the purchaser fails to pay the balance consideration by the stipulated date, even if the vendor committed minor breaches. The court ruled that readiness and willingness must be proven on the exact due date, reinforcing strict enforcement of contractual timelines in immovable property transactions.