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    Question

    Under the Code of Civil Procedure, 1908, Section 8 deals

    with:
    A Jurisdiction of courts based on pecuniary limits Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Jurisdiction based on subject matter Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Jurisdiction based on territorial limits Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Settlement of disputes Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E Limitation periods for filing suits Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Section 8 of CPC, 1908, prescribes the territorial jurisdiction of courts. It provides that subject to the High Court's jurisdiction and other specific provisions, suits shall be instituted in courts whose territorial jurisdiction extends to the area where (a) the defendant ordinarily resides, (b) the cause of action arises, or (c) property concerned is situated.

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