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What is the principal subject of section 80 of the Code of Civil Procedure, 1908?

Section 80 CPC generally requires two months prior written notice before a suit against Government, or a public officer concerning an official act. Subsection (2) permits…

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What is the principal subject of section 80 of the Code of Civil Procedure, 1908?

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Section 80 CPC generally requires two months prior written notice before a suit against Government, or a public officer concerning an official act. Subsection (2) permits institution with the Court's leave for urgent or immediate relief, subject to its safeguards. The notice rule is therefore not absolute.

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Option A

Foreign judgments are addressed by sections 13-14, not section 80.

Option B

Temporary injunctions are addressed elsewhere, including section 94 and Order XXXIX.

Option C

Section 80 concerns notice before specified suits against Government or public officers.

Option D

Costs are principally dealt with elsewhere, including section 35.

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