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A and B contract that B shall execute certain work for A for Rs. $1, 000$ . B is ready and willing to execute the work accordingly. But A prevents him from doing so.
(a) Is the contract voidable?
(b) Is compensation claimable for any loss that results from such non-performance?

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(a) Yes
(b) Yes.

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