The Fundamentals of Indian Contract Law by Thomas Sebastian and Aman Ahluwalia – Edition 2026

Description

Fundamentals of Indian Contract Law offers an accessible yet comprehensive account of the law of contract in India. Authored by two experienced lawyers, it examines the vast and complex body of Indian judicial precedent to identify underlying structural principles.

This carefully organized book covers: (i) formation of contracts, (ii) vitiating factors, (iii) illegality, (iv) interpretation, (v) performance, (vi) discharge, and (vii) remedies for breach. Students and practitioners will find it to be an invaluable map with which to navigate a foundational subject.

• Thematic organization (as opposed to a section-wise commentary)
• Focus on Indian precedents
• Provides a lucid and readable analytical framework for the subject