Coercion in Contract Law

Q. What is coercion? [4 marks - 2022]

Coercion

Coercion means using force to compel a person to enter into a contract. Consent obtained by coercion is not a free consent because force or threats are used to obtain the consent of the party. Section 15 of the Indian Contract Act describes coercion as. committing or threatening to commit any act forbidden by the law in the IPC.

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