Section 3 of The Code of Civil Procedure, 1908
Subordination of Courts.
For the purposes of this Code, the District Court is subordinate to the High Court, and every Civil Court of a grade inferior to that of a District Court and every Court of Small Causes is subordinate to the High Court and District Court.
Summary
- This section defines the hierarchy of different civil courts for the purpose of these rules.
- The District Court is formally placed under the authority of the High Court.
- Every civil court that is lower in rank than a District Court is subordinate to both the High Court and the District Court.
- Courts of Small Causes are also officially subordinate to both the High Court and the District Court.
Practical examples
FAQ
1. To which court is a District Court subordinate under Section 3 of The Code of Civil Procedure, 1908?
Section 3 states that for the purposes of the Act, the District Court is subordinate to the High Court.
2. Are Courts of Small Causes subordinate to District Courts in the Code of Civil Procedure, 1908?
Yes, Section 3 specifies that every Court of Small Causes is subordinate to both the High Court and the District Court.
3. Which court is at the top of the hierarchy mentioned in Section 3 of The Code of Civil Procedure, 1908?
While the section describes subordinates, it places the High Court at the top of the hierarchy for the other courts mentioned.
Test yourself
1.Under Section 3 of the Code of Civil Procedure, 1908, a Court of Small Causes is subordinate to which authorities?
2.Using the definition in Section 2(8) and the hierarchy in Section 3 of the Code of Civil Procedure, 1908, who is the presiding officer of a court subordinate to the High Court?
3.Which court grade is considered inferior to a District Court in Section 3 of the Code of Civil Procedure, 1908?
4.Section 3 of the Code of Civil Procedure, 1908 establishes subordination for what specific reason?