EBC’s Law of Contract & Specific Relief – 13th Edition 2025 by Dr. Avtar Singh continues to be one of the most highly acclaimed textbooks for understanding the foundational principles of contract law and the remedial structure under the Specific Relief Act. Known for its clarity, conceptual depth, and practical orientation, this edition provides students and legal professionals with a balanced blend of theoretical understanding and real-world application.

The 2025 edition has been fully updated to reflect recent amendments, emerging judicial interpretations, and landmark decisions of the Supreme Court and various High Courts affecting contractual rights, remedies, performance, enforcement, and dispute resolution. The book covers all essential topics, including the formation of contracts, proposal and acceptance, consideration, capacity of parties, free consent, void agreements, performance of contracts, breach and remedies, contingent contracts, quasi-contracts, indemnity, guarantee, bailment, pledge, agency, and special types of agreements.

The section on Specific Relief has been expanded and updated in accordance with the latest provisions and jurisprudence. It examines specific performance, injunctions, declaratory decrees, rectification, rescission, and preventive and compensatory remedies with detailed explanations supported by case law. The language is simple yet authoritative, making it accessible to beginners while being sufficiently rich for advanced learners and practitioners.

Designed for LL.B. and LL.M. students, judiciary and UPSC Law optional aspirants, practicing advocates, chartered accountants, academics, and legal consultants, this edition serves as a comprehensive reference point for both examination preparation and practical legal work. Its structured presentation, illustrations, and case-based discussions make complex concepts easier to grasp and apply.

This book remains an essential companion for anyone seeking deep understanding of contract law and the Specific Relief Act in modern India.