Code of Civil Procedure Code 1908 LAW GAT MCQS Mega Test

1. Question 1 of 200

   Which Order of the CPC governs the appearance of parties and consequences of non-appearance?

   A Order I B Order VIII C Order IX D Order VI
2. Question 2 of 200

   Under Order IX, Rule 9, what must a plaintiff show to have a dismissal under Rule 8 set aside?

   A Payment of the entire original claim amount as security B Nothing beyond filing the application within any time frame C That the defendant consents to the restoration D Sufficient cause for his non-appearance when the suit was called on for hearing
3. Question 3 of 200

   What is the general relationship between an application under Section 47 CPC and a fresh, independent suit on the same execution dispute?

   A Section 47 applies only to money decrees, never to decrees for possession B An application under Section 47 is the exclusive route; a separate suit on the same dispute is barred C Only a fresh suit is permitted; Section 47 applications were abolished D Both remedies are always freely available and interchangeable at the party's option
4. Question 4 of 200

   Is a decree deemed preliminary or final if further proceedings must be taken before the suit is completely disposed of?

   A Executory B Preliminary C Final D Interlocutory
5. Question 5 of 200

   Which section of the CPC lists the orders from which an appeal lies?

   A Section 151 B Section 115 C Section 104 D Section 96
6. Question 6 of 200

   Under Order XLI, Rule 11, may an appellate court dismiss an appeal without first sending notice to the lower court, where the appellant fails to appear when the appeal is called on for hearing?

   A No, notice to the lower court is an absolute precondition in every case B No, only the Supreme Court may dismiss an appeal this way C Yes D No, dismissal without notice is never permitted under the Code
7. Question 7 of 200

   Is a document (such as a decree) essential to the plaintiff's case generally required to be filed along with the plaint?

   A Only if the defendant requests them B Yes, as far as practicable C No, documents may be withheld until trial D Only in suits for immovable property
8. Question 8 of 200

   Under Section 11's Explanation V, how is a relief claimed in a plaint treated if it is not expressly granted by the decree, for purposes of res judicata?

   A It is deemed to have been refused B It is deemed to remain undecided and open for a future suit C It has no bearing on any future proceeding D It is deemed to have been granted by implication
9. Question 9 of 200

   Under Section 115 CPC (revision), on what grounds may the High Court interfere with a subordinate court's decision in a case where no appeal lies?

   A Only where the amount in dispute exceeds a fixed threshold B Whenever the High Court simply disagrees with the outcome C Only where both parties consent to revision D Where the subordinate court exercised a jurisdiction not vested in it, failed to exercise jurisdiction vested in it, or acted illegally or with material irregularity in exercising its jurisdiction
10. Question 10 of 200

    Why is the status quo, rather than a final determination of rights, the central concern of Order XXXIX proceedings?

    A Because status quo has no legal significance in interim relief B Because Order XXXIX only applies after a final decree has already been passed C Because Order XXXIX proceedings are themselves final and binding on the merits D Because a temporary injunction is an interim measure meant to prevent the subject-matter of the suit from being altered or lost before the case can be finally heard on its merits
11. Question 11 of 200

    Distinguish Order IX, Rule 8 from Order IX, Rule 9: how do these two rules relate to each other?

    A They are unrelated provisions in entirely separate parts of the Code B Rule 8 governs the initial dismissal of a suit where only the defendant appears, while Rule 9 governs the plaintiff's application to have that dismissal set aside C Rule 8 applies only to appeals, Rule 9 only to original suits D Rule 9 is a precondition that must be satisfied before Rule 8 can ever apply
12. Question 12 of 200

    Under Order VI, is it generally required that pleadings be initialled by the parties or their counsel?

    A Only for pleadings exceeding a certain length B No, initialling is never required C Yes D Only for pleadings filed in the High Court
13. Question 13 of 200

    Under Order XLI, what happens generally where an appeal is found to be incompetent, but the same grievance could properly be raised by way of revision?

    A Courts have, in appropriate cases, treated an incompetent appeal as a revision and vice versa, to serve the interests of justice B The appellant is automatically barred from any further recourse C The matter must always be dismissed outright with no alternative remedy D The matter must be restarted as an entirely new suit
14. Question 14 of 200

    Under Order IX, Rule 2, when may a court dismiss a suit for the plaintiff's failure to pay costs necessary for serving the defendant?

    A Only where the defendant has already filed a written statement B Only where the suit exceeds a certain pecuniary value C Whenever the defendant simply requests dismissal D Where summons has not been served due to the plaintiff's failure to pay the court fee or postal charges chargeable for service
15. Question 15 of 200

    Under Order XXXIX, what is the primary purpose of a temporary injunction, as opposed to a final, permanent injunction?

    A To preserve the status quo pending resolution of the suit on its merits B To punish the defendant for prior conduct C To transfer the property in dispute to the plaintiff immediately D To permanently and finally resolve the parties' rights
16. Question 16 of 200

    Under Section 2 CPC, is every Judge included within the definition of 'public officer'?

    A No, judges are expressly excluded from this definition B Only judges of superior courts, not subordinate courts C Yes D Only judges appointed after 1947
17. Question 17 of 200

    Under Order I, if a suit is filed against the wrong defendant due to a bona fide mistake as to the correct party's identity, what power does the court generally have?

    A Only the Provincial Government may authorise such a correction B To allow the plaintiff to substitute the correct defendant, under its general powers to add, strike out, or substitute parties C None; the suit must be dismissed and refiled entirely from scratch D The suit must proceed against the originally named, incorrect defendant regardless
18. Question 18 of 200

    What does Order VII of the CPC specifically deal with?

    A The plaint B The written statement C Parties to suits D Appeals from orders
19. Question 19 of 200

    Under Section 18 CPC, what may a court do where it is uncertain within whose jurisdiction certain immovable property is situated?

    A Automatically transfer the suit to the High Court B Record a statement to that effect and proceed to entertain the suit, provided it is otherwise competent as to value and nature C Refer the matter to the Provincial Government for a ruling D Dismiss the suit for lack of jurisdiction
20. Question 20 of 200

    What is the general relationship between Section 115 (revision) and Section 151 (inherent powers) of the CPC?

    A Section 115 provides a specific statutory remedy for jurisdictional errors, while Section 151 is a broader, residual power invoked where no specific provision of the Code addresses the situation B They are entirely interchangeable with no distinction in scope C Section 151 can only be invoked after Section 115 has already been exhausted in every case D Section 115 applies only to criminal matters
21. Question 21 of 200

    Under Order VI, must pleadings be signed and verified by the party or their pleader?

    A Only in suits involving the government B Only the plaint requires a signature, not the written statement C No, signing is optional D Yes
22. Question 22 of 200

    Distinguish Order XLI from Order XLIII: what is the core difference in what each Order addresses?

    A Order XLI applies only to interlocutory matters B They are identical in scope and purpose C Order XLI governs appeals from original decrees, while Order XLIII governs appeals from orders (a narrower, specifically listed category) D Order XLIII applies only to final decrees
23. Question 23 of 200

    Under Order XXXIX, what is the underlying purpose of granting a temporary injunction?

    A To punish the defendant for delay B To transfer the suit to a higher court C To maintain and preserve the status quo at the time of institution of the proceedings D To finally determine the rights of the parties
24. Question 24 of 200

    An appellate court believes a lower court decided a suit solely on a technical preliminary point without examining the merits at all. What power under Order XLI allows the appellate court to send the matter back for a proper decision on the merits?

    A The power to grant a temporary injunction under Order XXXIX B The power to add parties under Order I C The power of remand under Order XLI, Rule 23 D The power to reject the plaint under Order VII
25. Question 25 of 200

    Under Order VI, if a defendant denies a contract alleged by the plaintiff, what must the denial specify?

    A Nothing beyond a general denial B The defendant's entire defence strategy C Which part of the contract is denied D The names of all witnesses
26. Question 26 of 200

    Which specific rule of Order XLI allows dismissal of an appeal, without notice to the lower court, where the appellant fails to appear at the hearing?

    A Rule 23 B Rule 10 C Rule 11 D Rule 27
27. Question 27 of 200

    Under Order VI, can a party depart from or alter their pleading without the court's leave?

    A Yes, but only with the opposing party's informal consent B Yes, freely at any stage C No, a party generally cannot raise a new claim not mentioned in the original pleadings without amendment D Yes, but only before the first hearing
28. Question 28 of 200

    Under Order XLI, Rule 23, what power does an appellate court have if it finds that a suit was wrongly disposed of on a preliminary point?

    A Only to dismiss the appeal outright B To remand the case for a fresh decision on the merits C None; it must decide the case itself without further evidence D Only to refer the matter to arbitration
29. Question 29 of 200

    Under Section 2 CPC, who does the definition of 'Pleader' include?

    A An advocate B Only a person appearing without any legal qualification C Only a person holding a specific 'pleader' license distinct from an advocate D Only a government-appointed legal officer
30. Question 30 of 200

    Which specific rule of Order IX addresses dismissal where neither the plaintiff nor the defendant appears?

    A Rule 2 B Rule 7 C Rule 3 D Rule 9
31. Question 31 of 200

    Under Section 15 CPC, in which court should every suit be instituted?

    A The court of the lowest grade competent to try it B The High Court, in the first instance C Any court the plaintiff prefers D The court nearest to the plaintiff's residence
32. Question 32 of 200

    Under Section 104 CPC, what is generally required for an order to be appealable?

    A It must be one of the orders specifically listed under Section 104 or expressly made appealable by the Code or another law B Every order of a civil court is automatically appealable C Only final orders, never interlocutory ones, are appealable D Only orders passed by a District Judge are appealable
33. Question 33 of 200

    Which specific rule of Order IX addresses dismissal where the plaintiff fails, after unserved summons, to apply for fresh summons within the prescribed period?

    A Rule 8 B Rule 5 C Rule 2 D Rule 3
34. Question 34 of 200

    Distinguish Section 115 (revision) from Section 96 (appeal): when does revision under Section 115 typically become available?

    A Revision is available even where a full right of appeal exists and has not been exercised B Revision applies only to criminal matters C Where no appeal lies from a subordinate court's decision, but that court exercised jurisdiction not vested in it, failed to exercise vested jurisdiction, or acted illegally or with material irregularity D Revision and appeal are available in identical circumstances with no distinction
35. Question 35 of 200

    An advocate wants to know whether a court order refusing to grant an injunction can be appealed. Which two provisions, read together, answer this?

    A Section 9 alone B Order VII and Order VIII alone C Section 96 alone D Order XXXIX (which governs injunctions) and Order XLIII, Rule 1(r) (which makes such orders appealable)
36. Question 36 of 200

    What is a written statement, in general terms?

    A A list of witnesses the defendant intends to call B A summary prepared by the court of the plaintiff's case C An application seeking dismissal of the suit D The defendant's formal reply to the plaintiff's claim, addressing the allegations made in the plaint
37. Question 37 of 200

    Under Order VI, is it necessary for a pleading to plead a matter of law, as opposed to material facts?

    A Yes, but only in suits against the Government B Yes, but only in suits before the High Court C No, generally only material facts need be pleaded, not points of law D Yes, every applicable law must be expressly pleaded in full
38. Question 38 of 200

    Under Section 2 CPC, who is a 'decree-holder'?

    A Any advocate who argued the successful side of a case B Only the plaintiff, regardless of the outcome of the suit C Any person in whose favour a decree has been passed, or an order capable of execution has been made D Only a person who has already fully executed the decree
39. Question 39 of 200

    A plaintiff sues for possession of a house located in Multan, but the defendant resides in Lahore. Under Section 16 CPC, in which court should the suit generally be instituted?

    A Either court, entirely at the plaintiff's unrestricted discretion B The court within whose jurisdiction the property (in Multan) is situated C The court within whose jurisdiction the defendant resides (Lahore) D The High Court, as the suit concerns immovable property
40. Question 40 of 200

    Which specific rule of Order IX addresses dismissal of a suit where summons was not served due to the plaintiff's failure to pay required fees or charges?

    A Rule 5 B Rule 3 C Rule 8 D Rule 2
41. Question 41 of 200

    Under Order IX, Rule 8, what happens if the defendant appears but the plaintiff does not appear when the suit is called for hearing, and the defendant does not admit the plaintiff's claim?

    A The court shall dismiss the suit, unless the defendant admits part of the claim, in which case a decree may be passed on the admitted part B The suit is automatically transferred to another court C The court must decide the suit ex parte against the defendant D The defendant is required to prove the plaintiff's case for him
42. Question 42 of 200

    Which section of the CPC gives the High Court its revisional jurisdiction over subordinate courts?

    A Section 104 B Section 115 C Section 96 D Section 47
43. Question 43 of 200

    Under Order VI, what is the general effect if a party fails to specifically deny an allegation of fact made against them?

    A The fact may be treated as admitted by the court B The allegation is automatically struck out C The court must order a fresh trial D The case is automatically dismissed
44. Question 44 of 200

    Which Order of the CPC governs temporary injunctions and interlocutory orders?

    A Order XLI B Order IX C Order XXXIX D Order XLIII
45. Question 45 of 200

    What does Order IX of the CPC deal with?

    A Appearance of parties and the consequence of non-appearance B Temporary injunctions C Execution of decrees D Pleadings generally
46. Question 46 of 200

    Under Order VIII, if a defendant wishes to raise a claim of his own against the plaintiff within the same suit, distinct from a mere denial, what mechanism does the Code contemplate?

    A An application under Order XXXIX only B A fresh, entirely separate suit only, never within the same proceeding C A revision petition under Section 115 D A set-off or counter-claim
47. Question 47 of 200

    Under Order XLI, what power does the court have if it finds a memorandum of appeal to be defective?

    A It has no power to act on a defective memorandum B It must automatically dismiss the appeal outright C To reject or require amendment of the memorandum, recording its reasons for doing so D It must transfer the appeal to a different court
48. Question 48 of 200

    Under Order XXXIX, is a court generally required to hear the opposite party before granting a temporary injunction, except in cases of genuine urgency?

    A No, notice is required only if the defendant has already filed a written statement B No, injunctions may always be granted without any notice whatsoever C Yes, as a general rule, notice to the opposite party is required before an injunction is granted, save in urgent or exceptional circumstances justifying an ex parte order D No, notice is required only in suits exceeding a certain value
49. Question 49 of 200

    What common purpose links Order VI and Order VII of the CPC?

    A Both concern appellate procedure exclusively B Both concern the formal requirements of pleadings — Order VI generally, and Order VII specifically as to the plaint C Both concern execution of decrees exclusively D Both concern the law of evidence exclusively
50. Question 50 of 200

    Under Order VII, Rule 11, besides an undisclosed cause of action and insufficient stamping, what other defect can lead to rejection of a plaint?

    A Where the plaintiff's advocate has less than five years of practice B Where the relief claimed is undervalued and the plaintiff fails to correct the valuation within the time fixed by the court C Where the defendant has not yet been served D Where the suit is filed on a Friday
51. Question 51 of 200

    Under Order IX, Rule 9, before an order restoring a suit dismissed under Rule 8 is made, what must generally occur?

    A Notice of the application must be served on the opposite party B The original judge must have retired or been transferred C The matter must first be referred to the High Court D Nothing further is required once the application is filed
52. Question 52 of 200

    Under Section 12 CPC (bar to further suit), what happens where a plaintiff is precluded by the rules from instituting a further suit on a cause of action?

    A He may still sue in any court outside the original jurisdiction B He must wait one year before refiling C He shall not be entitled to institute a suit on that cause of action in any court to which the Code applies D He may only refile with the defendant's consent
53. Question 53 of 200

    What term describes a party wrongly added to a suit without a legal connection to the case?

    A Impleader B Misjoinder C Non-joinder D Interpleader
54. Question 54 of 200

    Under Section 2 CPC, who is a 'Judgment-debtor'?

    A Any person named in a plaint, regardless of the decree B Only a person who has admitted liability in writing C Any person against whom a decree has been passed, or an order capable of execution has been made D Only the defendant, regardless of the outcome of the suit
55. Question 55 of 200

    Which section of the CPC codifies the doctrine of res sub judice (stay of suit)?

    A Section 9 B Section 10 C Section 12 D Section 11
56. Question 56 of 200

    Under Order XLIII, is a remand order under Order XLI, Rule 23 generally appealable?

    A Only if the High Court grants special leave B Yes, where an appeal would lie from the decree of the appellate court C Only in suits involving immovable property D No, remand orders can never be appealed
57. Question 57 of 200

    Under Section 2 CPC, what does 'Rules' mean?

    A Only informal court practice directions B Only rules made by the Federal Government by ordinance C Only rules made by the Bar Council D Rules and forms contained in the First Schedule, or made under Section 122 or Section 125
58. Question 58 of 200

    A plaintiff loses a suit for possession of land, then files a second suit against the same defendant seeking possession of the same land on a new legal theory that could have been raised in the first suit. What bars this second suit?

    A Section 20's rule on cause of action B Nothing bars it; a plaintiff may always raise new theories in successive suits C Constructive res judicata under Section 11, Explanation IV, since the new ground ought to have been raised in the earlier suit D Section 15's rule on the lowest competent court
59. Question 59 of 200

    What Latin-derived doctrine is codified in Section 11 CPC?

    A Res judicata B Res gestae C Res ipsa loquitur D Res sub judice
60. Question 60 of 200

    Under Section 2 CPC, does the definition of 'public officer' extend to an officer whose duty is to prevent offences, give information of offences, or protect public health and safety?

    A No, this definition is limited strictly to judicial officers B Only officers serving in a provincial capital C Yes D Only officers of the rank of Superintendent of Police or above
61. Question 61 of 200

    Under Section 11's Explanation I, what is meant by a 'former suit' for the purposes of res judicata?

    A A suit decided prior to the suit in question, regardless of when it was instituted B Only a suit between the same two named individuals, never their legal representatives C Only a suit decided by the same judge D Only a suit instituted before the current one, regardless of when decided
62. Question 62 of 200

    Which specific rule of Order IX allows a plaintiff to apply to set aside a dismissal made under Rule 8, by showing sufficient cause?

    A Rule 9 B Rule 3 C Rule 5 D Rule 7
63. Question 63 of 200

    Under Order VI, what must a pleading generally avoid containing?

    A Any reference to prior case law B Any scandalous, frivolous, vexatious, or otherwise unnecessary or embarrassing matter C Any reference to the relief sought D Any reference to statutory provisions
64. Question 64 of 200

    Under Section 2 CPC, what does the term 'Code' include?

    A Only notifications issued by the Provincial Government B Only the numbered sections, not the Orders C Only judicial precedents interpreting the Code D Rules
65. Question 65 of 200

    Under Section 2 CPC, is a written judgment or decree considered 'signed' if it is merely stamped, rather than personally signed?

    A No — the definition of 'signed' includes stamping only for documents other than a judgment or decree B Yes, but only for interlocutory orders C Yes, stamping always satisfies signature requirements D Yes, if the stamp bears the judge's name
66. Question 66 of 200

    Under Order VII, Rule 1, what must a plaint state regarding the court's jurisdiction?

    A The facts showing that the court has jurisdiction B Only a general assertion without supporting facts C Nothing; jurisdiction is presumed unless challenged D Only the address of the court
67. Question 67 of 200

    Which section of the CPC provides the general rule that suits should be instituted in the court of the lowest grade competent to try them?

    A Section 16 B Section 9 C Section 20 D Section 15
68. Question 68 of 200

    Under Order XXXIX, what happens to a temporary injunction once the underlying suit is finally decided?

    A It automatically becomes permanent regardless of the final decree B It generally merges into or is superseded by the final relief granted (or refused) in the decree C It has no relationship at all to the final outcome of the suit D It must be separately re-litigated as a fresh suit
69. Question 69 of 200

    What does Order XLIII of the CPC deal with?

    A Appeals from orders B Parties to suits C Temporary injunctions specifically D Appeals from original decrees
70. Question 70 of 200

    Which Order of the CPC governs appeals from original decrees?

    A Order XLIII B Order XXXIX C Order XLI D Order IX
71. Question 71 of 200

    Under Order IX, what is the general effect if the court is satisfied that a party's non-appearance was caused by circumstances such as a death in the family?

    A The suit must be dismissed regardless of the reason for absence B The matter must be referred to the High Court for a ruling on the excuse C The court may decline to dismiss the suit on that ground, treating the absence as excused D The opposing party automatically wins the suit outright
72. Question 72 of 200

    Under Section 2 CPC, is an order of dismissal of a suit for default included within the definition of 'decree'?

    A Yes, but only if the dismissal is unopposed B No, it is expressly excluded from the definition of 'decree' C Yes, but only in suits exceeding a certain value D Yes, all dismissals are decrees
73. Question 73 of 200

    Which section of the CPC provides the general residual rule on place of suing, based on the defendant's residence or where the cause of action arises?

    A Section 19 B Section 16 C Section 15 D Section 20
74. Question 74 of 200

    Under Order IX, what is required for a court to set aside a decree passed ex parte against a defendant?

    A Payment of a fixed penalty to the plaintiff B Consent of the plaintiff C The defendant must satisfy the court that they were prevented by sufficient cause from appearing when the suit was called for hearing D Merely filing an application within any time period, without more
75. Question 75 of 200

    Under Section 16 CPC's illustrations, in what type of suits must the property's location generally govern the choice of court?

    A Only suits exceeding a certain pecuniary value B Suits for recovery of immovable property, partition, foreclosure/sale/redemption of a mortgage, or compensation for wrong to immovable property C All suits without exception D Only suits between government entities
76. Question 76 of 200

    Which Order of the CPC deals with pleadings generally?

    A Order VIII B Order VII C Order I D Order VI
77. Question 77 of 200

    Under Section 20 CPC, in what court may a suit generally be instituted, subject to other provisions?

    A Only in the provincial capital B Only in the court that first accepts the case C A court within whose local limits the defendant resides, carries on business, or personally works for gain, or where the cause of action wholly or partly arises D Only where the plaintiff resides
78. Question 78 of 200

    Under Section 2 CPC, what does 'movable property' include, for the purposes of the Code?

    A Only livestock B Immovable fixtures only C Growing crops D Only cash and negotiable instruments
79. Question 79 of 200

    Distinguish Order XXXIX from Order XLI: what is the core difference in what each Order addresses?

    A Order XXXIX addresses interim relief (temporary injunctions) during the pendency of a suit, while Order XLI addresses appeals from a final original decree B Order XLI applies only to criminal appeals C Order XXXIX applies only in the Supreme Court D They are identical in scope and purpose
80. Question 80 of 200

    Under Order I, what is the practical consequence of misjoinder or non-joinder of parties on the suit as a whole?

    A The suit is not defeated by reason of misjoinder or non-joinder alone, though the court may deal with the issue as to those parties specifically B The entire suit is automatically dismissed C The suit is transferred to a different court D The plaint is permanently rejected without leave to refile
81. Question 81 of 200

    Under Section 75 CPC, for what purposes may a court issue a commission?

    A Only to value immovable property B Only to examine witnesses residing abroad C To examine any person, make a local investigation, examine or adjust accounts, or make a partition D Only in criminal contempt proceedings
82. Question 82 of 200

    Under Order XLIII, Rule 1(r), what specific type of order is made appealable?

    A Orders relating to the framing of issues only B Orders relating to court fees only C Orders relating to the transfer of a suit only D Orders under Order XXXIX, Rules 1, 2, 2A, 4, and 10, relating to injunctions
83. Question 83 of 200

    Under Section 9 CPC, what suits shall courts have jurisdiction to try?

    A All suits of a civil nature, except those whose cognizance is expressly or impliedly barred B Only suits involving immovable property C Only suits below a certain pecuniary value D Only suits between citizens of Pakistan
84. Question 84 of 200

    Under Order XLIII, are orders relating to a receiver, made under Order XL, generally treated the same way as orders relating to injunctions for appeal purposes?

    A No, only injunction orders are appealable, never receiver orders B No, receiver-related orders are never appealable C Only if the receiver is a government official D Yes, both categories are specifically listed as appealable orders under Order XLIII, Rule 1
85. Question 85 of 200

    Distinguish Order XLI, Rule 11 from Order XLI, Rule 23: what is the key difference in what each addresses?

    A Rule 11 concerns dismissal of an appeal for the appellant's non-appearance, while Rule 23 concerns remand of a case decided below on a preliminary point B They are identical provisions with no meaningful distinction C Rule 11 applies only in the Supreme Court, Rule 23 only in the High Court D Rule 23 must always precede Rule 11 in every appeal
86. Question 86 of 200

    Under Order IX, Rule 6, what may a court do if the plaintiff appears but the defendant does not appear when the suit is called for hearing, despite proper service?

    A Strike the plaintiff's claim from the record B Order the suit to be heard ex parte C Automatically dismiss the suit D Adjourn the suit indefinitely
87. Question 87 of 200

    Which single Code section would most directly resolve a dispute over whether a judgment-debtor has actually paid the sum awarded in a prior decree?

    A Section 47, since this concerns execution, discharge, or satisfaction of the decree B Section 9 C Section 151 D Section 20
88. Question 88 of 200

    Under Section 2 CPC, what is a 'Foreign judgment'?

    A Any judgment written in a language other than Urdu or English B Any judgment involving a foreign national as a party C The judgment of a Foreign Court D Any judgment enforced through Interpol
89. Question 89 of 200

    Which section of the CPC defines terms such as 'decree', 'order', 'judgment', and 'mesne profits'?

    A Section 2 B Section 151 C Section 47 D Section 9
90. Question 90 of 200

    Under Order XLIII, is an order rejecting an application to set aside a dismissal of a suit (e.g. under Order IX) generally treated as appealable?

    A No, only the original dismissal itself can ever be challenged, not the refusal to set it aside B Yes, such orders are among those specifically listed as appealable under Order XLIII, Rule 1 C No, such orders can never be challenged in any forum D Only the Supreme Court may entertain such a challenge, never a High Court
91. Question 91 of 200

    Which section of the CPC codifies the doctrine of res judicata?

    A Section 9 B Section 11 C Section 12 D Section 10
92. Question 92 of 200

    What does Order I of the CPC deal with?

    A Pleadings generally B The frame of a suit C Parties to suits D Institution of suits
93. Question 93 of 200

    What is the key distinction between Section 10 (stay of suit) and Section 11 (res judicata) of the CPC?

    A They are identical provisions with no distinction B Section 10 applies only to criminal matters C Section 11 applies only before a suit is filed D Section 10 prevents simultaneous trial of the same matter in two pending suits, while Section 11 bars re-litigation of a matter already finally decided
94. Question 94 of 200

    Under Order VIII, Rule 5, what may a court do where a defendant has not filed any written statement at all?

    A Refer the matter to arbitration B Pronounce judgment on the basis of the facts contained in the plaint, except against a person under disability C Order the plaintiff to file a fresh plaint D Automatically dismiss the suit
95. Question 95 of 200

    What term does Section 2 CPC use for the formal expression of an adjudication that conclusively determines the parties' rights in a suit?

    A Decree B Judgment C Decision D Order
96. Question 96 of 200

    Which Order of the CPC governs appeals from orders (as distinct from decrees)?

    A Order VII B Order XLI C Order XXXIX D Order XLIII
97. Question 97 of 200

    Under Order IX, Rule 5, what happens if, after summons is returned unserved, the plaintiff fails for the prescribed period to apply for fresh summons?

    A The court must proceed ex parte automatically B The court may dismiss the suit against the defendant who was not served C The suit is automatically transferred to another court D The defendant is deemed to have admitted the claim
98. Question 98 of 200

    Under Order VI, how should dates, sums, and numbers be expressed in a pleading?

    A In figures only B In words only C In figures as well as in words D In whichever form is more convenient for the drafter
99. Question 99 of 200

    Under Section 2 CPC, is an adjudication from which an appeal lies as an appeal from an order included within the definition of 'decree'?

    A No, it is expressly excluded B Yes, but only for money decrees C Yes, but only in the High Court's original jurisdiction D Yes, always
100. Question 100 of 200

     Under Order XLIII, Rule 1, what type of orders are appealable?

     A No orders are ever appealable B Only final decrees C Every single order passed by a civil court D Only those orders specifically listed in Rule 1, not every interlocutory order
101. Question 101 of 200

     Under Order XLIII, what must a memorandum of appeal from an appellate order generally be accompanied by?

     A A no-objection certificate from the opposing party B A bank guarantee for the full decretal amount C Nothing beyond the appellant's signature D A certified copy of the judgment and order of the court of first instance, and of the appellate court
102. Question 102 of 200

     Under Order VI, if a party pleads that certain conditions precedent were fulfilled before a contract was made, what must they do?

     A Obtain the court's prior approval before pleading this B Specifically mention that the conditions were fulfilled C File a separate application D Nothing; conditions precedent are presumed fulfilled unless denied
103. Question 103 of 200

     What term describes the omission of a necessary party from a suit?

     A Interpleader B Non-joinder C Impleader D Misjoinder
104. Question 104 of 200

     Under Order XXXIX, Rule 1, besides danger of waste or alienation of the disputed property, what other ground may justify a temporary injunction?

     A The existence of a prior unrelated dispute between the parties B The defendant's poor credit history alone C The party against whom the injunction is sought is threatening to remove or dispose of property to defraud creditors, or is threatening to violate the plaintiff's legal rights D The plaintiff's mere preference for a quicker resolution
105. Question 105 of 200

     Under Section 2 CPC, what is deemed to be included within 'share in a corporation'?

     A Stock, debenture-stock, debentures, or bonds B Only shares listed on a stock exchange C Only shares held by a single majority shareholder D Only fully paid-up ordinary shares
106. Question 106 of 200

     Under Order XXXIX, Rule 2A, what may result from disobedience or breach of an injunction order?

     A Arrest of the person disobeying, attachment of their property, or both B Only a formal written warning C No legal consequence unless a separate suit is filed D Automatic dismissal of the disobedient party's suit
107. Question 107 of 200

     Under Section 6 CPC (pecuniary jurisdiction), can a court exercise jurisdiction over a suit whose value exceeds the pecuniary limits of its ordinary jurisdiction, absent express provision otherwise?

     A Yes, but only in suits relating to immovable property B No C Yes, but only with the consent of both parties D Yes, always, regardless of value
108. Question 108 of 200

     Under Section 17 CPC, where may a suit be instituted if immovable property lies within the jurisdiction of different courts?

     A Only in the court with the largest portion of the property B In any court within whose local limits any portion of the property is situated, provided the entire claim is cognizable by that court C Only in the High Court D In every relevant court simultaneously
109. Question 109 of 200

     A defendant fails to appear despite being properly served, and an ex parte decree is passed against him. He later shows the court he was seriously ill on the hearing date and could not attend. What is his general remedy?

     A Appeal directly to the Supreme Court B Apply under Order XXXIX for an injunction C File a fresh suit on the same matter D Apply under Order IX to have the ex parte decree set aside, by showing sufficient cause for non-appearance
110. Question 110 of 200

     A suit is dismissed for the plaintiff's non-appearance under Order IX, and the plaintiff later wants it restored. What must the plaintiff generally show?

     A That the limitation period has not yet begun to run B Nothing; restoration is automatic upon request C That the defendant consents to restoration D Sufficient cause for the original non-appearance
111. Question 111 of 200

     Under Section 3 CPC, what is the general hierarchy of civil courts for the purposes of the Code?

     A The High Court is subordinate to the District Court in matters of first instance B Subordination is determined case-by-case by the Provincial Government C All civil courts are of equal, coordinate standing D The District Court is subordinate to the High Court, and every court of a grade inferior to a District Court is subordinate to both the High Court and the District Court
112. Question 112 of 200

     Under Order IX, what is the general standard a court applies before setting aside an ex parte decree due to irregular service?

     A The value of the suit is the sole determining factor B Any irregularity in service automatically voids the decree, regardless of actual notice C The plaintiff's consent is the sole determining factor D Whether the defendant nonetheless had notice of the hearing date and sufficient time to appear and answer
113. Question 113 of 200

     Which Order of the CPC deals specifically with the plaint?

     A Order VI B Order IX C Order VII D Order VIII
114. Question 114 of 200

     Under Section 96 CPC, from what does an appeal generally lie to the court authorized to hear appeals?

     A Every decree passed by any court exercising original jurisdiction B Only decrees exceeding a specified value C Only decrees passed with the consent of both parties D Only ex-parte decrees
115. Question 115 of 200

     Under Section 20 CPC's illustrations, if a seller in one city delivers goods to a carrier for a buyer in another city, where may the seller sue for the price?

     A Only in the seller's home court, regardless of other factors B At the plaintiff's option, either where the cause of action arose or where the defendant carries on business C Only where the goods were manufactured D Only in the buyer's home court
116. Question 116 of 200

     Under Order XLI, in what general court is an appeal from an original decree preferred?

     A Any court of the appellant's choosing B A court of equal rank in a neighbouring district C The same court that passed the decree D A court superior in rank to the court that passed the decree
117. Question 117 of 200

     Which specific rule of Order XLI governs the narrow circumstances in which additional evidence may be produced before the appellate court?

     A Rule 11 B Rule 23 C Rule 10 D Rule 27
118. Question 118 of 200

     Under Section 96(3) CPC, can an appeal lie from a decree passed by the court with the consent of the parties?

     A Yes, always B Only with leave of the High Court C Only in family suits D No
119. Question 119 of 200

     What is the difference between a temporary injunction and a perpetual injunction?

     A A perpetual injunction can only be granted against the government B There is no legal difference between the two C A temporary injunction can never later become perpetual D A temporary injunction is an interim remedy pending the suit, while a perpetual injunction is granted at the final hearing on the merits
120. Question 120 of 200

     Under Order VII, Rule 11, is a plaint liable to rejection where the relief claimed is undervalued and the plaintiff, on being required to correct the valuation, fails to do so?

     A No, only overvaluation may lead to rejection B Only if the defendant specifically raises the objection at trial C Yes D No, undervaluation is never a ground for rejection
121. Question 121 of 200

     Under Section 19 CPC, if a wrong to the person or movable property occurs in one jurisdiction but the defendant resides in another, where may the plaintiff sue?

     A Only in the plaintiff's home jurisdiction B Only where the defendant resides C At the plaintiff's option, in either jurisdiction D Only where the wrong occurred
122. Question 122 of 200

     Under Order I, is the plaintiff required to identify a single certain defendant before filing suit, even where genuinely uncertain which of several persons is liable?

     A Yes, the plaintiff must always choose one defendant at the outset B Yes, unless the High Court grants special leave C No, all such persons may be joined as defendants in the alternative D Yes, uncertainty as to the correct defendant bars any suit
123. Question 123 of 200

     Under Order VII, Rule 11, what happens to a plaint that does not disclose a cause of action or fails to meet the required legal formalities?

     A It may be rejected by the court B It is treated as an application for review C It is automatically converted into a written statement D It is transferred to the High Court
124. Question 124 of 200

     A defendant is sued in Karachi for a wrong done to his person in Lahore, and he resides and works in Karachi. In which court(s) may the plaintiff sue, under Section 19 read with Section 20?

     A Neither; the suit must be filed in Islamabad as the federal capital B Only in Karachi, since that is the defendant's residence C At the plaintiff's option, either in Lahore (where the wrong occurred) or in Karachi (where the defendant resides) D Only in Lahore, since that is where the cause of action arose
125. Question 125 of 200

     Which section of the CPC empowers a court to issue a commission to examine a person or make a local investigation?

     A Section 151 B Section 47 C Section 115 D Section 75
126. Question 126 of 200

     Under Section 4 CPC, does the Code limit or affect any special or local law in force, absent a specific provision to the contrary?

     A Yes, the Code always overrides special or local laws B Yes, unless the High Court directs otherwise C Yes, but only for suits exceeding a certain value D No
127. Question 127 of 200

     Under Section 9's Explanation, is a suit in which the right to property or an office is contested still a suit of a civil nature, even if it depends on questions of religious rites?

     A Only if both parties agree B Only if the property is immovable C No, such suits are always excluded D Yes
128. Question 128 of 200

     Under Order IX, Rule 8, if the defendant appears but the plaintiff does not, and the defendant admits only part of the plaintiff's claim, what does the court do?

     A Pass a decree against the defendant on the admitted part, and dismiss the suit as to the remainder B Adjourn the matter indefinitely until the plaintiff appears C Pass a decree for the entire original claim regardless of the partial admission D Dismiss the entire suit regardless of the partial admission
129. Question 129 of 200

     Under Order XLI, Rule 27, what is the general rule regarding additional evidence in the appellate court?

     A Parties may freely introduce any additional evidence they choose at the appellate stage B Only documentary evidence may ever be added on appeal, never oral evidence C Parties to an appeal are not entitled to produce additional evidence, whether oral or documentary, except in narrowly defined circumstances D Additional evidence may be introduced only by the respondent, never the appellant
130. Question 130 of 200

     What does Section 6 CPC (pecuniary jurisdiction) primarily govern?

     A The territorial limits of a court's jurisdiction B The appellate jurisdiction of the High Court C That a court cannot exercise jurisdiction over suits whose value exceeds the pecuniary limits of its ordinary jurisdiction D The subject-matter limits of a court's jurisdiction
131. Question 131 of 200

     Under Order IX, can a decree be set aside merely on the ground of an irregularity in the service of summons?

     A Yes, any irregularity in service automatically voids the decree B No, not if the court is satisfied the defendant had notice of the hearing date and sufficient time to appear and answer C Yes, but only if the plaintiff agrees D No, irregular service can never be raised at all
132. Question 132 of 200

     What does Order XXXIX of the CPC deal with?

     A Parties to suits B Temporary injunctions and interlocutory orders C Permanent injunctions only D Appeals from original decrees
133. Question 133 of 200

     A plaintiff's plaint fails to disclose any cause of action against the defendant at all. What is the defendant's most direct remedy at the outset of proceedings?

     A Wait until trial and argue the point only in final submissions B Seek rejection of the plaint under Order VII, Rule 11 C Apply for a temporary injunction under Order XXXIX D File a revision under Section 115 immediately
134. Question 134 of 200

     Under Order VIII, must a defendant's denial of an allegation be specific, or is a general denial sufficient?

     A A specific denial is required; a general or evasive denial is generally not sufficient B Only a sworn affidavit denying the claim in its entirety is accepted C No denial of any kind is legally required D A general denial is always sufficient
135. Question 135 of 200

     A losing party wishes to challenge a District Judge's order on the ground that the judge exceeded his jurisdiction, but no appeal lies from that order. What remedy under the CPC is most directly available?

     A An application under Section 47 alone B Revision under Section 115 C A fresh suit on the same cause of action D A reference under Section 113 alone
136. Question 136 of 200

     Under Order I, may a defendant be joined in a suit if the plaintiff is uncertain from which of several persons he is entitled to relief?

     A Only with the prior leave of the High Court B No, the plaintiff must first identify a single defendant before suing C Yes, all such persons may be joined as defendants and the court may decide the question as between them D No, the suit must be dismissed for uncertainty
137. Question 137 of 200

     A court realizes a clerical error was made in a decree it passed and wishes to correct it despite no specific provision addressing that exact error. Which provision most likely supports this correction?

     A Order IX alone B Section 151, the inherent powers provision C Section 20 alone D Section 9 alone
138. Question 138 of 200

     Under Order VI, what does the term 'pleading' mean?

     A Plaint or written statement B Only the written statement C Any document filed in a suit, including evidence D Only the plaint
139. Question 139 of 200

     Under Section 2 CPC, what term describes the formal expression of any decision of a civil court which is NOT a decree?

     A Order B Decree C Judgment D Ruling
140. Question 140 of 200

     Under Order VI, what is the consequence of an inconsistency between two pleadings filed by the same party without seeking amendment?

     A No consequence; inconsistency is freely permitted B The inconsistency must be resolved by the opposing party's counsel C The suit is automatically dismissed without further inquiry D The party is generally not permitted to depart from or raise a new claim inconsistent with the original pleading absent amendment
141. Question 141 of 200

     Which section of the CPC provides that questions relating to execution of a decree are to be decided by the executing court, not a fresh suit?

     A Section 115 B Section 47 C Section 104 D Section 96
142. Question 142 of 200

     What does Order VI of the CPC govern?

     A Pleadings generally B The plaint specifically C The written statement specifically D Parties to suits
143. Question 143 of 200

     Under Order I, Rule 10, what power does the court have regarding parties to a suit?

     A To substitute, add, or strike out parties at any stage of the proceedings B No power to alter parties once the suit is filed C Only the parties themselves may add or remove co-parties D Only to add parties, never to remove them
144. Question 144 of 200

     Under Section 2 CPC, is stamping sufficient to satisfy a signature requirement for documents generally, though not for a judgment or decree?

     A Yes B Yes, but only for documents filed in the Supreme Court C Yes, but only for documents filed by the Government D No, stamping is never treated as equivalent to a signature under the Code
145. Question 145 of 200

     Under Order VI, should a pleading state the evidence by which the facts are to be proved?

     A No, pleadings should state material facts only, not the evidence by which they are to be proved B Yes, but only documentary evidence C Yes, all evidence must be pleaded in full D Yes, but only for the plaintiff's pleading
146. Question 146 of 200

     Under Section 2 CPC, does the definition of 'public officer' include every commissioned or gazetted officer in the military, naval, or air forces of Pakistan while in service of the State?

     A No, military officers are entirely excluded from this definition B Only officers assigned to civil duties C Only officers above the rank of colonel D Yes
147. Question 147 of 200

     Under Section 2 CPC, who is a 'Judge'?

     A The presiding officer of a civil Court B Any advocate with more than ten years of practice C Only a judge of the High Court or Supreme Court D Any member of a Bar Council
148. Question 148 of 200

     Under Section 2 CPC, who does 'legal representative' include?

     A Only a person named in a will B Only a court-appointed executor C A person who in law represents the estate of a deceased person, including one who intermeddles with the estate D Only a blood relative of the deceased
149. Question 149 of 200

     Under Order XLI, may the appellate court take additional evidence not produced in the lower court?

     A Yes, but only in second appeals, never first appeals B Yes, but only with the unanimous consent of both parties C Yes, in certain circumstances, such as where the lower court refused to admit evidence that ought to have been admitted D No, appellate courts may never consider additional evidence
150. Question 150 of 200

     Under Order VIII, if a defendant does not specifically deny an allegation of fact in the plaint, nor state that it is not admitted, what is the general legal consequence?

     A The suit is automatically dismissed B The allegation is automatically struck out C The allegation shall be taken to be admitted, except as against a person under disability D The plaintiff must independently prove it regardless
151. Question 151 of 200

     What does Section 151 CPC preserve?

     A The inherent powers of the court to make such orders as may be necessary for the ends of justice or to prevent abuse of the process of the court B The power to reduce court fees C The court's power to levy new taxes D The right of a party to change advocates mid-trial
152. Question 152 of 200

     Distinguish Section 104 from Section 96 CPC: what is the key difference in what each governs?

     A Section 96 governs appeals from decrees, while Section 104 governs appeals from orders that are not decrees B They are identical in scope C Section 104 applies only to execution proceedings D Section 96 applies only to criminal matters
153. Question 153 of 200

     Under Order VII, is a plaint's statement of jurisdiction facts a mere formality, or does the plaintiff need to show facts actually establishing jurisdiction?

     A A bare, unsupported assertion of jurisdiction is always sufficient B The plaintiff must show facts actually establishing that the chosen court has jurisdiction C Jurisdiction need not be addressed in the plaint at all D Jurisdiction is established solely by the defendant's failure to object
154. Question 154 of 200

     What does Order VIII of the CPC specifically deal with?

     A The written statement B Temporary injunctions C Parties to suits D The plaint
155. Question 155 of 200

     Under Order IX, Rule 4, what may a plaintiff generally do after a suit is dismissed for non-appearance of both parties under Rule 3?

     A Apply for a temporary injunction instead B Appeal directly to the Supreme Court only C Nothing; the dismissal is entirely final with no recourse D Apply for an order to set the dismissal aside, or bring a fresh suit, subject to the law of limitation
156. Question 156 of 200

     Under Section 2 CPC, what does 'mesne profits' refer to?

     A The court fee paid on a suit B The costs awarded to the successful party C The value of the subject-matter of a suit D Profits that a person in wrongful possession of property actually received or could have received with ordinary diligence, together with interest
157. Question 157 of 200

     What does Section 47 CPC provide regarding questions relating to the execution, discharge, or satisfaction of a decree?

     A They shall be determined by the court executing the decree and not by a separate suit B They must always be raised in a fresh suit C They can only be raised on appeal D They are automatically waived if not raised at trial
158. Question 158 of 200

     What is the essential difference between an 'order' and a 'decree' under Section 2 CPC?

     A A decree is issued only by the High Court, while an order may be issued by any court B There is no meaningful difference between the two terms C An order is always appealable, while a decree is never appealable D A decree conclusively determines the parties' rights in a suit and follows a formal adjudication, while an order is the formal expression of any court decision that does not meet the definition of a decree
159. Question 159 of 200

     Under Order IX, Rule 3, what is the consequence where neither party appears when the suit is called on for hearing?

     A The suit automatically proceeds ex parte in the plaintiff's favour B The suit is automatically adjourned indefinitely C The court must appoint an amicus curiae to represent both sides D The court may make an order that the suit be dismissed
160. Question 160 of 200

     Under Order VIII, if a defendant fails to specifically deny an allegation in the plaint, what is the general legal effect?

     A The allegation may be taken as admitted B The plaintiff must prove the allegation regardless C The suit is automatically stayed D The allegation is automatically struck from the record
161. Question 161 of 200

     Under which provision does an appeal lie against an order granting or refusing a temporary injunction under Order XXXIX?

     A Order IX, Rule 6 B Order VII, Rule 11 C Order XLIII, Rule 1 D Order VI, Rule 17
162. Question 162 of 200

     Under Order IX, Rule 2's proviso, must a court dismiss the suit if the defendant appears in person or through an agent on the day fixed, despite non-service of summons?

     A Yes, unless the plaintiff pays a penalty fee B No, dismissal shall not be ordered in that circumstance C Yes, unless the defendant formally waives the service defect in writing D Yes, dismissal is mandatory regardless of the defendant's appearance
163. Question 163 of 200

     Under Section 2 CPC, what is a 'Foreign Court'?

     A A Court situated beyond the limits of Pakistan, having no authority in Pakistan and not established or continued by the Federal Government B Any court applying a different school of legal thought C Any court situated in a different province of Pakistan D Any international tribunal, regardless of location
164. Question 164 of 200

     Under Section 11's Explanation IV (constructive res judicata), how is a matter treated if it might and ought to have been raised as a ground of defence or attack in a former suit but was not?

     A It is automatically decided in the plaintiff's favour B It is deemed to have been directly and substantially in issue in that suit C It has no bearing on subsequent litigation D It may be freely raised in a fresh suit
165. Question 165 of 200

     Under Section 9's Explanation, can a suit contesting a right to property or office still be of a civil nature even where the right depends on questions of religious rites?

     A No, unless the Provincial Government certifies otherwise B No, such matters fall exclusively within religious tribunals C Only if both parties belong to the same religion D Yes
166. Question 166 of 200

     What does Section 10 CPC (stay of suit) prevent?

     A A plaintiff from filing a second suit on any matter B A court from proceeding with the trial of a suit where the matter in issue is also directly and substantially in issue in a previously instituted suit between the same parties C A defendant from filing a counter-claim D A court from ever hearing more than one suit at a time
167. Question 167 of 200

     Under Order XLI, Rule 10, what may an appellate court demand from an appellant before or after the respondent is called upon to answer?

     A Security for the costs of the appeal, of the original suit, or of both B A certificate of good character from the Bar Council C A full deposit of the decretal amount in all cases without exception D Written consent from the respondent to proceed
168. Question 168 of 200

     Under Order XLIII, is an order refusing to grant leave to institute a suit under Section 91 or 92 CPC (relating to public nuisances or public charities) generally appealable?

     A No, such refusals are never appealable B Only if the Advocate-General personally applies C Yes D Only in suits exceeding a specified value
169. Question 169 of 200

     Which Order of the CPC deals specifically with the written statement?

     A Order VII B Order VI C Order VIII D Order IX
170. Question 170 of 200

     Under Section 2 CPC, what does 'Government Pleader' include?

     A Only a person holding a law degree from a Pakistani university B Any officer appointed by the Provincial Government to perform functions imposed by the Code on the Government Pleader, and any pleader acting under that officer's direction C Only the Attorney-General personally D Any advocate appearing for the plaintiff in any suit
171. Question 171 of 200

     Under Section 2 CPC, what does 'District' mean?

     A The local limits of the jurisdiction of a principal Civil Court of original jurisdiction (District Court), including the local limits of a High Court's ordinary original civil jurisdiction B A purely administrative/revenue division with no bearing on civil jurisdiction C Only the geographic boundary of a Tehsil D Only the area served by a single Magistrate
172. Question 172 of 200

     To what territory does the Code of Civil Procedure extend?

     A The whole of Pakistan B Only the provincial capitals C Only areas with a High Court D Only Punjab
173. Question 173 of 200

     Which section of the CPC governs suits for compensation for wrongs to the person or movable property?

     A Section 18 B Section 16 C Section 17 D Section 19
174. Question 174 of 200

     Under Order VII, Rule 11, is a plaint liable to rejection where it is written on paper insufficiently stamped and the plaintiff fails to supply the required stamp paper when so ordered?

     A Only after the trial has concluded B No, stamp duty defects can never justify rejection of a plaint C No, only the defendant may raise stamp duty defects D Yes
175. Question 175 of 200

     A party seeks an order preserving disputed property from being sold off before a suit concerning its ownership is decided. Under which CPC Order would this application typically be made?

     A Order IX (Appearance of Parties) B Order VII (Plaint) C Order XXXIX (Temporary Injunctions) D Order I (Parties to Suits)
176. Question 176 of 200

     Distinguish Section 96 from Section 100 CPC (though Section 100 falls outside this syllabus, the contrast clarifies scope): what does Section 96 specifically govern?

     A Appeals from interlocutory orders only B Appeals from original decrees (first appeals), as opposed to second appeals on questions of law C Review applications only D Revision applications only
177. Question 177 of 200

     Which section of the CPC preserves the court's inherent powers to secure the ends of justice?

     A Section 104 B Section 115 C Section 151 D Section 47
178. Question 178 of 200

     What common purpose links Sections 96, 104, and 115 of the CPC, despite governing different categories of challenge?

     A All three concern only the execution of decrees B All three provide mechanisms — appeal from decrees, appeal from orders, and revision, respectively — by which a higher court may review a lower court's decision C All three are limited to disputes over court fees D All three apply exclusively to criminal proceedings
179. Question 179 of 200

     Under Section 2 CPC, what does 'Prescribed' mean?

     A Prescribed only by a Supreme Court order B Prescribed by rules C Prescribed only by the Bar Council D Prescribed only by Presidential notification
180. Question 180 of 200

     What common thread links Order VII, Rule 11 and Order IX generally, despite governing different stages of a suit?

     A Both apply only to suits against the Government B Both apply exclusively to appellate proceedings C Both concern only the law of limitation D Both provide grounds on which a suit may be terminated at a preliminary stage without a full trial on the merits — rejection of the plaint, and dismissal for non-appearance, respectively
181. Question 181 of 200

     Under Section 7 CPC, what is the status of 'Provincial Small Cause Courts' in the current text of the Code?

     A It applies only to courts in Islamabad B It remains in full force across all provinces C The provision has been omitted D It was replaced by a new provision on family courts
182. Question 182 of 200

     A court passes a decree, and a dispute later arises between the same parties solely about how that decree is to be satisfied. Under Section 47, how must this dispute be resolved?

     A Only by an application to the High Court in its original jurisdiction B Only by filing a fresh, independent suit C By the court executing the decree, not by a separate suit D Only through arbitration
183. Question 183 of 200

     Under Order I, may multiple persons be joined as plaintiffs in one suit?

     A No, only one plaintiff may bring a suit B Only with the defendant's prior consent C Yes, where any right to relief in respect of the same act or transaction is alleged to exist, whether jointly, severally, or in the alternative D Only if they are all members of the same family
184. Question 184 of 200

     What does the doctrine of res judicata under Section 11 CPC prevent?

     A A court from trying a suit or issue that has already been directly and substantially decided between the same parties by a competent court B A party from settling out of court C A party from ever appealing a decision D A court from hearing any related suit whatsoever
185. Question 185 of 200

     Under Order IX, Rule 1, on the day fixed in the summons, where must the parties be in attendance?

     A Anywhere convenient, provided the court is notified B Only in writing, via an affidavit of appearance C At the office of the opposing counsel D At the court-house, in person or by their respective pleaders, unless the hearing is adjourned
186. Question 186 of 200

     What principle guides courts under Order I in deciding whether to add a party, as clarified in leading case law?

     A Only persons with a direct interest in the subject-matter, whose presence is necessary for complete adjudication, should be added B Parties may never be added after the written statement is filed C Any person who requests to join must be added D Only blood relatives of the original parties may be added
187. Question 187 of 200

     Which Order of the CPC deals with parties to suits?

     A Order VII B Order I C Order IX D Order VI
188. Question 188 of 200

     Distinguish Order VII (Plaint) from Order VIII (Written Statement): what is the core difference in their subject-matter?

     A They are identical in scope and purpose B Order VII governs the plaintiff's initiating pleading, while Order VIII governs the defendant's responsive pleading C Order VII applies only to appeals, Order VIII only to original suits D Order VII applies only in the High Court
189. Question 189 of 200

     Under Order IX, must notice be given to the opposite party before a decree is set aside on an application under this Order?

     A No, the court may act entirely on its own motion B Only in suits against the government C Only if the original decree exceeded a certain value D Yes, no decree shall be set aside without notice to the opposite party
190. Question 190 of 200

     Under Section 2 CPC, what is a 'judgment' defined as?

     A Any order of the court B The formal decree itself C The plaint filed by the plaintiff D The statement given by the judge of the grounds of a decree or order
191. Question 191 of 200

     Which section of the CPC governs the general right of appeal from an original decree?

     A Section 115 B Section 104 C Section 96 D Section 47
192. Question 192 of 200

     In what year did the Code of Civil Procedure, 1908 come into force?

     A 1909 B 1912 C 1901 D 1908
193. Question 193 of 200

     Under Order XLI, Rule 27, is additional evidence generally permitted merely to fill a gap or lacuna in a party's original case at trial?

     A Yes, but only if requested by the respondent, never the appellant B No, courts have held this power must be exercised sparingly and only in exceptional circumstances, not to cure a party's own failure to prove its case C Yes, without any special justification required D Yes, any gap in the trial record justifies additional evidence on appeal
194. Question 194 of 200

     Under Order VII, Rule 1, what must the essential contents of a plaint include?

     A Only the amount of court fee paid B Only a list of proposed witnesses C Only the name of the plaintiff D Details such as the parties' names, the facts constituting the cause of action, and the relief claimed
195. Question 195 of 200

     What does Order XLI of the CPC deal with?

     A Temporary injunctions B Appeals from original decrees C Appeals from orders D Parties to suits
196. Question 196 of 200

     Under Section 16 CPC, where must suits for recovery of immovable property generally be instituted?

     A The court within whose local jurisdiction the property is situated B The court within whose jurisdiction the plaintiff resides C The court within whose jurisdiction the defendant resides D Any High Court in Pakistan
197. Question 197 of 200

     Under Order XLI, Rule 5, what may the appellate court order pending the disposal of an appeal?

     A Immediate execution of the decree regardless of the appeal B A stay of proceedings or execution, or grant an injunction to preserve the status quo C Automatic reversal of the lower court's decree D Transfer of the case to a different bench
198. Question 198 of 200

     Under Order XXXIX, Rule 1, what is one ground on which a temporary injunction may be granted?

     A The plaintiff simply requests it without any supporting ground B The property in dispute is in danger of being wasted, damaged, or alienated C The suit has been pending for over a year D The defendant has filed a written statement
199. Question 199 of 200

     Under Order IX, Rule 7, what may happen if a defendant who was absent at a previous hearing appears at a later hearing and shows good cause for the earlier absence?

     A The suit must be restarted from the beginning as a fresh suit B The defendant is permanently barred from participating further C The plaintiff's claim is automatically dismissed as a penalty D The court may, in its discretion, allow the defendant to be heard as if he had appeared on the first hearing date
200. Question 200 of 200

     Which specific rule of Order XLI allows an appellate court to demand security for costs from an appellant?

     A Rule 27 B Rule 10 C Rule 11 D Rule 23

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