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This video explains the 1917 case of Chikkam Ammiraju v. Chikkam Seshamma in the easiest way possible. This case is important because it shows how threats can affect contracts under the Indian Contract Act, 1872.

What Happened?
A man named Swami wanted his wife and son to give up their rights to family property.
To force them, he threatened to commit suicide if they didn’t sign a legal document (release deed).
Scared for his life, they signed the document but later went to court, saying they were forced.
What Was the Legal Question?
The court had to decide: Does a threat to commit suicide count as coercion under Section 15 of the Indian Contract Act?
What Did the Court Say?
The court ruled that a suicide threat is coercion because suicide is illegal under Indian law.
Since the wife and son did not sign the document willingly, the contract was not valid and could be canceled.
Why is This Case Important?
It shows that even a threat of self-harm can make a contract invalid.
This case helps define what coercion means in contract law.
Watch the video to learn more about how coercion affects contracts!