⚖️ Meaning of "Suit" in Law
A "suit" is a formal legal proceeding initiated by one party (the plaintiff) against another (the defendant) in a civil court for the enforcement or protection of a legal right or to obtain a legal remedy.
๐ Definition (General)
A suit is a civil action brought before a court of law in which a plaintiff seeks a remedy for an injury or enforcement of a right against a defendant.
๐งพ Examples of Civil Suits
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Suit for recovery of money
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Suit for possession of property
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Suit for injunction (to stop someone from doing something)
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Suit for specific performance of a contract
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Suit for declaration (e.g., declaring a sale deed void)
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Suit for partition of ancestral property
๐ซ Civil Suit vs. Criminal Case
| Aspect | Civil Suit | Criminal Case |
|---|---|---|
| Purpose | Enforcement of private rights | Punishment for an offense |
| Filed by | Plaintiff (private party) | State/prosecution |
| Examples | Property disputes, breach of contract | Theft, assault, murder |
| Result | Decree or compensation | Conviction or acquittal |
๐ Legal Reference
In India, civil suits are primarily governed by the Code of Civil Procedure, 1908 (CPC).
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