section 3 cause of contracts

Cause

The essential reason or purpose why a party enters into a contract

Cause vs Consideration

Cause is the reason why a party binds himself while consideration is the value or benefit exchanged in common law contracts

Cause in Onerous Contracts

The cause for each party is the prestation or promise given by the other party

Cause in Remuneratory Contracts

The cause is the service or benefit previously given that is being rewarded

Cause in Gratuitous Contracts

The cause is the generosity or liberality of the person giving the benefit

Cause vs Motive

Cause is the immediate reason for the contract while motive is the personal reason that moved a party to enter into it