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S.28 Contract Act Doesn't Bar Exclusive Jurisdiction Clauses In Contracts : Supreme Court
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The Supreme Court held that Section 28 of the Contract Act does not bar exclusive jurisdiction clauses in contracts. The apex court clarified that agreements specifying a particular court for resolving disputes are valid and binding, and do not violate Section 28, which restricts agreements that oust the jurisdiction of courts. This ruling provides clarity and reinforces the enforceability of exclusive jurisdiction clauses in commercial contracts.
