Restrictive Terms in a Contract

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There may be restrictive terms mentioned in your contract. In India, you have a fundamental right to practice any trade, profession or conduct any business. However, this is not an unlimited freedom.

You will find certain clauses or terms in your agreement that in some way restrict you to a certain degree from carrying on a business, trade, or profession either during or after employment. These clauses are commonly known as restrictive clauses. They are:

Confidentiality or Non-Disclosure Clause
Non-compete Clause
Non-Solicitation Clause
Training Bond/Indemnity Bond

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