When parties contract expressly for a particular subject matter, the contract is discharged if the subject matter is destroyed through no fault of either party.

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This is known as the doctrine of frustration of purpose, and it applies when the subject matter of the contract becomes impossible to perform due to unforeseen circumstances beyond the control of both parties. In such cases, the contract is discharged and neither party is held liable for non-performance.

When Parties Contract Expressly for a Particular Subject Matter, the Contract