Section 148 of The Code of Civil Procedure, 1908
Enlargement of time.
Where any period is fixed or granted by the Court for the doing of any act prescribed or allowed by this Code, the Court may, in its discretion, from time to time, enlarge such period, 1 [not exceeding thirty days in total,] even though the period originally fixed or granted may have expired.
Summary
- The Court has the power to extend deadlines it has previously set.
- This applies to any period fixed or granted by the Court for doing any act.
- Extensions are granted at the Court's discretion.
- The total enlargement of time cannot exceed thirty days in total.
- A Court can grant an extension even after the original period has already expired.
FAQ
1. What is the maximum extension a court can give under Section 148 of The Code of Civil Procedure, 1908?
The total enlargement of time allowed under Section 148 of The Code of Civil Procedure, 1908, cannot exceed thirty days in total.
2. Can a court extend time after the deadline has passed under Section 148 CPC?
Yes, Section 148 of the Code of Civil Procedure, 1908, allows the Court to enlarge the period even if the original time granted has already expired.
3. Is the court required to extend time under Section 148 of the Code of Civil Procedure, 1908?
No, the power to extend time under Section 148 of the Code of Civil Procedure, 1908, is at the Court's discretion, meaning the Court chooses whether it is appropriate to do so.
Test yourself
1.What is the total limit for the enlargement of time under Section 148 of The Code of Civil Procedure, 1908?
2.Under Section 148 of The Code of Civil Procedure, 1908, can a court extend a deadline after it has ended?
3.The power to enlarge time under Section 148 of The Code of Civil Procedure, 1908, is:
4.If a party has already received a 10-day extension, can the Court grant another 25-day extension under Section 148 of The Code of Civil Procedure, 1908?