For a suit under section 52 of the Transfer of Property Act, 1882, when does pendency begin?
Question and options
For a suit under section 52 of the Transfer of Property Act, 1882, when does pendency begin?
When the plaint is presented to a court of competent jurisdiction
When summons is issued
When the court admits the suit
When the first witness testifies
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: A - When the plaint is presented to a court of competent jurisdiction
For a suit, the Explanation to section 52 uses the date on which the plaint is presented to a competent court. For a proceeding other than a suit, it uses the date of institution in a competent court.
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