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The Non-Compete Contract serves as a crucial business protection tool in various commercial relationships under Indian law. It is commonly used in employment relationships, business sales, partnership arrangements, and franchise agreements where one party needs to protect its legitimate business interests from competitive activities by another party. The document typically includes detailed provisions on restricted activities, geographical limitations, temporal scope, and consideration provided for such restrictions. Given the strict approach of Indian courts, particularly under Section 27 of the Indian Contract Act, 1872, and Article 19(1)(g) of the Constitution, these agreements require careful drafting to ensure enforceability. They are most effective when restrictions are reasonable, time-bound, and demonstrably necessary for business protection, with courts generally being more inclined to enforce them during the term of active business relationships rather than post-termination.

1. Parties: Identification of the parties entering into the non-compete agreement, including full legal names, addresses, and company registration details if applicable

2. Background: Context of the agreement, relationship between parties, and purpose of the non-compete restrictions

3. Definitions: Key terms used throughout the agreement including 'Confidential Information', 'Competitive Activity', 'Territory', 'Restricted Period', and 'Business Scope'

4. Scope of Non-Compete: Detailed description of prohibited competitive activities and specific restrictions

5. Duration and Territory: Time period and geographical boundaries within which the non-compete obligations apply

6. Consideration: The compensation or benefit provided in exchange for the non-compete obligations

7. Exceptions and Permitted Activities: Activities that are explicitly allowed despite the non-compete restrictions

8. Confidentiality Obligations: Provisions regarding the protection and non-disclosure of confidential information

9. Acknowledgments: Party's acknowledgment of the reasonableness of restrictions and receipt of consideration

10. Remedies: Available remedies in case of breach, including injunctive relief and damages

11. Governing Law and Jurisdiction: Specification of Indian law as governing law and jurisdiction for dispute resolution

12. General Provisions: Standard boilerplate clauses including severability, entire agreement, and amendments