The Code of Civil Procedure, 1908 (CPC) is an adjective law. It neither creates nor takes away any right. It is intended to regulate the procedure to be followed by civil courts. The Code of Civil Procedure came into effect on 1 January 1909. The objective of the Code is to consolidate and amend the laws related to the procedure of the Courts of Civil Judicature.
This course is divided into eight modules to provide readers with a comprehensive understanding of the Code of Civil Procedure. The study material’s systematic approach covers the law’s vast scope. Our well-researched and in-depth articles and the 10-part series of important questions and answers provided towards the end of the course have been curated to help readers master the intricacies of this essential law.
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Important articles and study material on Code of Civil Procedure, 1908 – Click on the links to Read
Module I: Introduction
Introduction to Civil Procedure Code History of the code Important definitions under CPC Difference between Decree and Order
Important Books and Practice Tests (Must Have)
Civil Procedure, Limitation and Commercial Courts by C.K. Takwani (Author) The Code of Civil Procedure, 1908 Bare Act with Comments 1000+ Detailed Questions MCQ Test Series for Competitions (Redirect to Law Aspirants)
Module II: General Principles
Jurisdiction under the Code of Civil Procedure Hierarchy Of Civil Courts In India Bar on suits- Suits of civil nature Doctrine of Res sub judice Doctrine of Res judicata Res Sub Judice and Res Judicata Foreign Judgment Place of Suits Transfer of Suits: Application, Grounds and Scope Notice: Introduction, Mode and Essentials Caveat: Introduction, Meaning and Scope Inherent Power of Court (Meaning, Scope, Exercise, Regulations)
Module III: Civil Pleadings
Definition and Fundamental Rules of Pleadings Plaint, Return and Rejection of a Plaint General Rules of Plaint General Rules of Denial Limitation for Filing Written Statement under CPC Doctrine of Non-Traversal Joinder, Re-joinder and Misjoinder Misjoinder of Causes of Action & Multifariousness
Module IV
Summons – Issue & Service of Summons Appearance of Parties and Examination of Parties Appearance and Non-Appearance of Parties before a Court Abatement & Substitution
Module V
Commencement of a Trial under the Code of Civil Procedure, 1908 Admission and Affidavit Adjournment Death, Marriage and Insolvency of Parties Withdrawal and Compromise of Suits
Module VI: Judgement
Judgment and Decree Comprehending the Concept of Foreign Judgment Appeals Under Civil Law Appeal and Appeal from Orders Appeals | Part VII of Civil Procedure Code, 1908 Second Appeal Meaning and Procedure of Review under the Code of Civil Procedure, 1908 Revision Application to Miscellaneous Proceedings
Module VII
Suits by or against Governments Suits by aliens and by or against foreign rulers, ambassadors Suits relating to public matters Suits by or against firms Suit by Indigent Person Suits by or against Minors Suits by or Against Minors and Persons of Unsound Mind: Order 32 Arrest Before Judgment and Attachment Before Judgment Temporary Injunctions: Meaning and Types Appointment of Receivers: Introduction and Legal Provisions Reference- Review and Revision Inherent Powers of the Court under CPC
Module VIII
The General Principle of Execution of a Decree Power of Executing Court: Introduction, Explanation & Limitation Transfer of Decrees for Execution Modes of Execution of a Decree
Module IX
An Overview of the Limitation Act 1963
Module X (Other Important Topics)
10 Landmark Cases of the Code of Civil Procedure
Important Questions for Exams | Judiciary, University, APO etc.
CPC Mains Questions Series: Important Questions Part – I of X CPC Mains Questions Series: Important Questions Part – II of X CPC Mains Questions Series: Important Questions Part – III of X CPC Mains Questions Series: Important Questions Part – IV of X CPC Mains Questions Series: Important Questions Part – V of X CPC Mains Questions Series: Important Questions Part – VI of X CPC Mains Questions Series: Important Questions Part – VII of X CPC Mains Questions Series: Important Questions Part – VIII of X CPC Mains Questions Series: Important Questions Part – IX of X CPC Mains Questions Series: Important Questions Part – X of X
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