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What is the ordinary legal character of a right to appeal against a civil decree in India?

A civil right of appeal is a statutory right. Section 96 of the Code of Civil Procedure, 1908 is one provision that confers a right of appeal against a decree, subject to…

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What is the ordinary legal character of a right to appeal against a civil decree in India?

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A civil right of appeal is a statutory right. Section 96 of the Code of Civil Procedure, 1908 is one provision that confers a right of appeal against a decree, subject to the prescribed conditions.

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Option A

A civil appeal requires a legal grant of appellate jurisdiction.

Option B

For example, section 96 of the Code of Civil Procedure confers a first appeal subject to its terms.

Option C

A civil appeal does not arise simply from natural justice.

Option D

The parties' agreement cannot create a right of civil appeal.

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