Except as otherwise provided by any enactment for the time being in force, the Court of the District Judge shall have jurisdiction in original civil suits without limit as regards the value.
Section 20: Original jurisdiction of District Judge in suits.
The Civil Courts Act, 1977 (1920 A. D.)Union territory Act of Jammu and Kashmir · Act 66 of 1977
Where this provision sits
| Act | The Civil Courts Act, 1977 (1920 A. D.) |
|---|---|
| Section | 20 |
| Marginal note | Original jurisdiction of District Judge in suits. |
| Jurisdiction | Union territory of Jammu and Kashmir |
| Status | In force as published by the source |
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