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Civil Procedure Code and Law of Limitation — question papers

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April/May 2023 · 16 questions
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April/May 2022 · 16 questions
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August 2021 · 16 questions
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January 2020 · 16 questions
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January 2019 · 15 questions
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May/June 2019 · 16 questions
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January 2018 · 16 questions
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January/February 2017 · 16 questions
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May/June 2016 · 16 questions
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December 2015 · 16 questions
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December (5-YDC) 2015 · 16 questions
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Same question across years counts once; frequency is how many papers it appears in.

Marks Question Years Frequency
6 Inter Pleader Suits. 2022, 2021, 2019, 2016, 2015 5×
6 Counter claims. 2021, 2019, 2017 3×
6 Essentials of Plaint. 2022, 2018, 2016 3×
6 Pecuniary Jurisdiction. 2023, 2021, 2019 3×
6 Revision. 2022, 2021, 2019 3×
6 Territorial Jurisdiction. 2022, 2016, 2015 3×
6 Written Statement. 2022, 2019, 2017 3×
6 Amendment of Pleadings. 2020, 2018 2×
6 Cause of action. 2023, 2015 2×
6 Commissions. 2019, 2015 2×
6 Condonation of Delay. 2015 2×
6 Injunctions. 2019, 2015 2×
6 Judgment and Decree. 2018, 2016 2×
6 Mesne Profits. 2023, 2015 2×
6 Place of Suing. 2020, 2015 2×
6 Preliminary Decree. 2021, 2015 2×
6 Reference. 2015 2×
6 Res sub judice. 2021, 2015 2×
6 Suits by or against Government. 2020, 2018 2×
10 A filed a suit against 'B' for recovery of Rs. 5,00,000/- in the Junior Civil Judge's Court, based on a negotiable instrument. Is the suit maintainable? 2019, 2016 2×
10 'X' wants arrest of the defendant in a suit for recovery of immovable property. Can he do so? Explain. 2019, 2018 2×
15 What is the difference between Return of the Plaint and Rejection of the Plaint? 2018, 2016 2×
15 Discuss the general principles of limitation under the Indian Limitation Act, 1963. 2016, 2015 2×
15 What is meant by "Inter-pleader Suits"? Discuss. 2019, 2018 2×
15 Discuss the Jurisdiction of Courts to try Suits. 2019, 2017 2×
15 Explain the salient features introduced by recent amendments to C.P.C. regarding recording of evidence. 2019, 2017 2×
15 What are the various modes of execution of a decree under CPC? 2021, 2019 2×
6 Acknowledgement under the Limitation Act, 1963. 2018 1×
6 Acknowledgment. 2023 1×
6 Adjournments. 2021 1×
6 Admissions. 2022 1×
6 Affidavit. 2019 1×
6 Appeal against Appellate Decree. 2019 1×
6 Appeal from Appellate Decrees. 2020 1×
6 Appeal. 2019 1×
6 Arrest before Judgement. 2017 1×
6 Arrest and Detention. 2016 1×
6 Attachment and Sale. 2018 1×
6 Condonation of delay under Limitation Act. 2020 1×
6 Condone the delay. 2023 1×
6 Counter Claim and set off. 2020 1×
6 Delivery of Summons. 2017 1×
6 Distinguish between Judgement and decree. 2022 1×
6 Doctrine of Sub Judice and Res Judicata. 2018 1×
6 Ex-parte Order. 2015 1×
6 Execution. 2023 1×
6 Define and explain Admission. 2017 1×
6 Inherent Powers of Civil Courts. 2021 1×
6 Interim Orders and Stay. 2020 1×
6 Interlocutory Application. 2017 1×
6 Joinder of Defendants. 2017 1×
6 Judgment Debtor. 2023 1×
6 Legal disability. 2023 1×
6 Legal disability under law of limitation. 2022 1×
6 Legal Disability under Limitation Act, 1963. 2019 1×
6 Limitation Period. 2019 1×
6 Modes of Execution. 2018 1×
6 Modes of execution of a Decree. 2020 1×
6 Object of Limitation. 2016 1×
6 Parties to Suit. 2016 1×
6 Pleadings. 2016 1×
6 Properties which can be attached in a Decree passed by a Civil Court under CPC. 2019 1×
6 Rejection of Plaint. 2015 1×
6 Review and Revision. 2019 1×
6 Set aside ex-parte Decree. 2017 1×
6 Subordination of Courts. 2019 1×
6 Suit by Indigent Persons. 2015 1×
6 Suits relating to Public Nuisance and Public Charities. 2019 1×
10 In a civil suit, though the defendant appears, the plaintiff does not appear before the court. What is its consequence? 2015 1×
10 'X' discharged a time-barred debt and later, after realisation, now wants to file a suit for recovery of the same from 'Y'. Is it maintainable? Give reasons. 2020 1×
10 What is the effect of Non-Joining of a Necessary Party in a Suit? 2019 1×
10 In the execution of a decree against the judgment-debtor, who is an agriculturist, an electric pump-set and a tractor belonging to him were attached. Is the attachment valid? Discuss whether those properties are exempted from attachment and sale. 2021 1×
10 In an execution petition, the court directed the judgement-debtor to obey the execution of a document in favour of the decree-holder. The judgement-debtor neglects to obey the same. Shall the court execute the document on behalf of the judgement-debtor? 2022 1×
10 'X' failed to include a necessary party in the pleadings. What is the effect of non-joinder of a necessary party in a civil suit? 2016 1×
10 'A' filed an Execution Petition against 'B' and sought attachment and sale of the property of 'B'. He further prayed for the arrest of 'B'. Can he do so? 2020 1×
10 'A' filed a suit against 'B'. After receiving summons, 'B' did not appear before the court. The court passed an ex-parte order against B. There was a delay of 40 days in filing the set-aside petition. Which are the correct provisions of the Limitation Act to file an application for condonation of delay? 2022 1×
10 'A' filed a suit for Declaration. In his pleadings he has omitted certain facts and committed certain mistakes inadvertently. Now 'A' wants to rectify his pleadings. Advise. 2019 1×
10 'A', a Government servant who was removed from service after departmental enquiry proceedings, was subsequently reinstated by order of the Court. The department denied him his arrears of salary on the ground of limitation. Is 'A' entitled to the arrears? If so, what are the exceptions under the Limitation Act? 2017 1×
10 'X' has entered into a Registered Agreement of Development-cum-GPA in regard to his property with 'Z'. The GPA does not empower the GPA holder to enter into an agreement of development with a third party. 'Z' failed to develop the property and expressed his inability to do so. 'X' has cancelled the GPA by registration. Meanwhile 'Z', taking undue advantage of the GPA, entered on behalf of 'X' into an agreement of development with a reputed firm 'Y', and 'Y' started the development work. 'X' wants to stop the development work by 'Y'. What suit can 'X' file to save his property under C.P.C., who are to be made party to the suit, and what other steps should 'X' take? 2017 1×
10 A has given a hand loan of Rs. 20,000-00 to B, and he executed a promissory note in favour of A. After some time A demanded repayment of the loan amount but no response emanated from B. A wants to file a suit against B. 2015 1×
10 'A' and 'B' jointly entered into an agreement of sale of their joint property with 'X'. 'A' and 'B' also received a sufficient amount towards advance from 'X'. Subsequently 'B' died. When 'X' wants the property to get registered in his name, the legal heirs refused to register the sale deed. What remedy is available to the aggrieved party 'X' under C.P.C.? 2017 1×
10 A judgment was delivered against 'X' by a Lower Court and against that he wants to file a 'Review' petition in the next Appellate Court. Is it maintainable? 2016 1×
10 The limitation period for filing a suit is three years. However, the Plaintiff was imprisoned during the period of such three years. Can he seek condonation of delay in filing the suit after coming out of jail? Decide. 2019 1×
10 A minor, during his minority, has accrued a right to sue for recovery of immovable property. After attaining majority, he remained silent for three years and now he wants to file a suit. Is it possible? Discuss the legal position. 2021 1×
10 Mr. Eswar has given a notice under Section 80 of the Code of Civil Procedure with intent to file a suit against the Government. Thereafter, he died in an accident. His son, as a legal representative, institutes a suit without giving notice to the Government. Discuss the legal rules for the maintenance of the suit. 2022 1×
10 Mr. Jeevan's name is excluded from the list of his caste people in the village. Jeevan feels that his right is affected. He wants to file a civil case for inclusion of his name in the caste. Can the Civil Court take up the matter for hearing? Is the case relating to a civil nature? 2022 1×
10 'X' was the owner of immovable property. That property was in the possession of 'Y' from the year 1998. 'X' filed a suit against 'Y' for recovery of that property on the basis of title in the year 2012. Is it maintainable? 2015 1×
10 A Plaintiff, who wants to file a suit in the Lower Court and whose cause of action is time-barred, files a Condone-Delay Petition in the same Court. Is that petition maintainable? 2016 1×
10 'A' and 'B' purchased adjacent plots bearing Plot Nos. 250/A and 250/B, each admeasuring 500 sq. yards, from a housing society at Hyderabad. 'A' is a military officer away from Hyderabad for a long period on transfer. Meanwhile 'B' constructed the house in Plot No. 250/A by mistake, in the plot of 'A', instead of Plot No. 250/B. On retirement 'A' wants to construct his house but found that 'B' has constructed a double-storied building in his plot 250/A. 'A' wants his land back from 'B'. What suit can 'A' institute against 'B' under C.P.C., and what relief can 'A' get? 2017 1×
10 Ram and Shyam sell wheat for Rs. 10,000 to Sohan and Mohan. Sohan sells cloth worth Rs. 12,000 to Shyam. Sohan files a suit against Shyam for recovery of the price of cloth. Shyam claims set-off of the cost of wheat in this suit. Will he succeed? 2023 1×
10 'A' is a resident of Delhi. 'B' is a resident of Mumbai. 'A' published in Hyderabad statements defamatory of 'B'. In which place can the suit be filed? 2015 1×
10 'X', residing in Warangal, publishes in Hyderabad a defamatory statement against 'Y', a resident of Nizamabad. 'Y' wants to file a suit for damages against 'X'. Advise him as to the place of suing. 2021 1×
10 'A' sues 'B' for compensation on account of breach of contract. 'B' holds a promissory note for Rs. 4,00,000/- from 'A' and claims to set off that amount against any sum that 'A' may recover in the suit. Is such a plea maintainable? 2015 1×
10 'A' sues 'B' for a declaration that he is the owner of certain property. The suit is dismissed, holding that he is not the owner. At the time of the suit 'A' is in adverse possession of the property but has not perfected his title. After the statutory period, 'A' files another suit on the basis of title by adverse possession. Is the second suit barred? Discuss the legal position. 2021 1×
10 A suit was instituted by the Plaintiff Company alleging infringement by the Defendant Company for using the trade name of the medicine and selling the same in wrapper and carton of identical designs with the same colour combination, etc., as that of the Plaintiff Company. A subsequent suit was instituted in a different Court by the Defendant Company against the Plaintiff Company with similar allegations. In such a situation, advise the Plaintiff Company on the procedure adopted by the Courts. 2023 1×
10 A suit for maintenance is filed in the Junior Civil Judge's Court. Is it maintainable? 2018 1×
10 A transport company has its head office in Delhi and branch offices in Chennai, Jaipur and Mumbai. A dispute cropped up between Sam and the company in respect of a transaction made through the Chennai office. Sam files a suit in respect of this dispute against the company in a Court at Jaipur. How will the Court decide? 2023 1×
10 A was a trustee of a trust. After A's death, B wrongfully takes possession of the trust property. C, the son of A, files a suit for recovery of possession of the property against B as the legal heir of A in his individual capacity. But C did not succeed. Then C files another suit for recovery of the trust property against B in the capacity of trustee, as he was appointed trustee after the death of A. Is the second suit barred by the doctrine of constructive res judicata? 2023 1×
10 'A' wants to attach the agricultural produce and implements of the judgment-debtor 'X' in an Execution Petition for recovery of the debt. Is it maintainable? 2018 1×
10 A wants to file a suit against B on a Bill of Exchange dated 5-5-2009. The Court remains closed for summer vacation from 03-05-2012 to 31-05-2012 and re-opens on 01-06-2012. Can he be allowed to file the suit after the lapse of the due date under the Indian Limitation Act? Explain. 2015 1×
10 'A' wants to file a suit against 'B' for recovery of Rs. 10,000/- based on a negotiable instrument. Draft a plaint accordingly. 2020 1×
10 A wants to file a suit against the Revenue Division Officer for not providing adequate compensation for his land acquired. Explain the procedure. 2015 1×
10 A wants to file a suit against B, who is a minor. Explain the procedure to be adopted. 2015 1×
10 'X' wants the presence of the President of India as a witness in a Civil Suit. Can the court issue summons to the President of India? Give reasons. 2020 1×
10 Under what circumstances does a person's right to property extinguish under the Limitation Act, 1963? 2018 1×
10 When limitation expires during summer holidays, and the court is closed, then when can the suit be filed? Give reasons. 2019 1×
10 When 'A' wants to file a Suit against 'GHMC' for not granting permission to construct a house, what are the conditions that 'A' should comply with before filing a suit against 'GHMC'? 2019 1×
15 What is an Appeal? What are the powers of the Appellate Court? 2015 1×
15 Examine the circumstances in which delay will be condoned under the provisions of the Limitation Act. 2022 1×
15 What are the differences between counterclaim and set-off? 2020 1×
15 Discuss upon the different stages of a suit. 2023 1×
15 Explain the Doctrine of Res Judicata. 2015 1×
15 What is meant by the Doctrine of Res Judicata? Explain with suitable examples. 2015 1×
15 What is an Ex-parte Decree? What are the remedies available to a defendant against an Ex-parte Decree? 2015 1×
15 How is the period of Limitation computed under the Indian Limitation Act, 1963? 2020 1×
15 How is a suit instituted against a minor? Discuss. 2015 1×
15 What is "Legal Disability"? What is its effect on the computation of limitation? 2018 1×
15 Describe the manner in which a suit against a minor can be instituted. 2023 1×
15 What is the meaning of res judicata? When can the doctrine of res judicata be applied? 2022 1×
15 Narrate the distinction between the doctrines of "Sub Judice" and "Res Judicata". 2016 1×
15 Discuss the nature and scope of Section 5 of the Limitation Act, 1963. 2017 1×
15 What is a plaint? Describe its essential contents. 2023 1×
15 What is meant by Plaint? Explain its features. 2015 1×
15 Discuss the procedure for appeals from original decrees and appeals from orders. 2022 1×
15 Discuss the procedure to be followed before issuing an Order of Arrest and Detention of the Judgment Debtor. 2018 1×
15 Discuss the procedure to be followed in suits by or against Government or Public Officers. 2021 1×
15 What is the procedure to be followed in suits by Indigent persons? 2020 1×
15 Explain the properties which are not liable for attachment and sale in the execution of a decree under the procedural law. 2022 1×
15 Explain the salient features introduced by recent Amendment to C.P.C. regarding issue and Service of Summons. 2017 1×
15 What is Set-off? Distinguish between set-off and Counter Claim. 2015 1×
15 What are the various grounds for extension of the period of limitation? When does the condonation come to an end? 2019 1×
15 What are the various kinds of Jurisdiction of a Civil Court under CPC? 2019 1×
15 Explain the various modes of Service of Summons. 2021 1×
15 What are the various types of Appeals under CPC? 2019 1×
15 What constitutes sufficient cause for condonation of delay? Illustrate your answer. 2021 1×
15 On what grounds is the remedy of revision available to an aggrieved person? 2023 1×
15 "When time begins to run it will continue to run." Explain the statement with the help of leading case law. 2019 1×
15 When will a Court appoint a Receiver and Commission? 2016 1×
15 Who can be joined as parties in a civil suit? 2020 1×