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Can a company be sued for breach of contract?

Asked by Anonymous ยท 05 Jul 2026 ยทNew Delhi ยท 6 views
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Can a company be sued for breach of contract?

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Yes. Under Indian law, a company can be sued for breach of contract if it fails to perform its contractual obligations without lawful justification. The aggrieved party may file a civil suit or initiate other appropriate legal proceedings seeking remedies such as damages, specific performance, or injunction, depending on the terms of the contract and the nature of the breach.

Since a company is a separate legal entity, legal action is generally taken against the company itself, unless directors or officers are personally liable under the contract or applicable law.

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