Section 56 of The Code of Civil Procedure, 1908
Prohibition of arrest or detention of women in execution of decree for money.
Notwithstanding anything in this Part, the Court shall not order the arrest or detention in the civil prison of a woman in execution of a decree for the payment of money.
Summary
- Women are completely protected from arrest for money debts.
- This protection applies specifically to the carrying out of a court order for the payment of money.
- No court is allowed to order a woman to be detained in a civil prison for such a debt.
Practical examples
FAQ
1. Can a woman be jailed for debt under Section 56 of the Code of Civil Procedure, 1908?
No, Section 56 of the Code of Civil Procedure, 1908, strictly prohibits the arrest or detention of women in civil prison for money-related court orders.
2. Does the protection in Section 56 of the Civil Procedure Code apply to all court cases?
No, the protection in Section 56 of the Civil Procedure Code only applies to the execution of a decree for the payment of money.
3. What is the main point of Section 56 of the 1908 Code?
The main point of Section 56 of the 1908 Code is to prevent the arrest or detention of women when a court order for paying money is being carried out.
Test yourself
1.Under Section 56 of The Code of Civil Procedure, 1908, a woman cannot be arrested in which specific situation?
2.Under Section 56 of The Code of Civil Procedure, 1908, which of these is the court prohibited from doing?
3.Under Section 56 of The Code of Civil Procedure, 1908, does this protection apply to a woman who is a business owner?
4.Under Section 56 of The Code of Civil Procedure, 1908, if a court order involves both property delivery and a money payment, can the woman be arrested?