Question

Solve.
X, by a threat to commit suicide induced Y, his wife, and Z, his son, to execute a release deed in favour of his brother in respect of certain property. Are Y and Z bound by such release deed?

Answer 1

Solution:
Section to which the given problem relates: Section 15.
Decision:
Y and Z are not bound by such release deed.
Reason:
The consent of Y and Z is not free as it has been obtained by threatening to commit an act which is deemed to be forbidden by the Indian Penal Code.
Leading case:
Ammiraju v. Seshamma]