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Question

What is the time period within which a suit filed under the provisions of the Specific Relief Act shall be disposed of by the court?

A Within a period of six months Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
B Within a period of twelve months from the date of institution of the suit Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
C Within a period of twelve months from the date of service of summons to the defendant Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
D Within a period of twenty months from the date of service of summons to the defendant Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

Solution

Section 20C.   Expeditious disposal of suits- Notwithstanding anything contained in the Code of Civil Procedure, 1908 (5 of 1908), a suit filed under the provisions of this Act shall be disposed of by the court within a period of twelve months from the date of service of summons to the defendant: Provided that the said period may be extended for a further period not exceeding six months in aggregate after recording reasons in writing for such extension by the court.

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