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jurisdiction - Question and answers

In my civil litigation practice, I'm facing a situation where the defendant is challenging the court's territorial jurisdiction under CPC. What are the effective steps to counter such objections and ensure the case proceeds smoothly?

Civil Procedure Code jurisdiction legal-practice

I'm a lawyer based in Delhi handling a property dispute case filed in the District Court. The defendant has raised a preliminary objection regarding jurisdiction under Section 9 of the CPC, claiming the suit should be in a different state. I've already submitted the plaint with details under Order 7, but the court hearings are frequently adjourned, causing delays. I want to know the best practical approach to address this without unnecessary procedural hurdles.

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Priya Sharma

1 week ago