Court Fees Act, 1870 – MCQ (Set 6)
- What is the fee payable for suits regarding injunctions under Section 7(iv)(d)?
a) Fixed nominal fee
b) Ad valorem fee based on the value of the relief sought
c) Half of the original suit fee
d) No fee is required
[read more] Answer
b) Ad valorem fee based on the value of the relief sought
Explanation – Section 7(iv)(d) specifies that the court fee for injunction suits is calculated on the value of the relief sought, typically ad valorem. [/read]
- Under which section is it mandatory to affix proper court fees for plaints?
a) Section 10
b) Section 6
c) Section 7
d) Section 13
[read more] Answer
b) Section 6
Explanation – Section 6 prohibits the institution of a suit unless the appropriate court fees have been paid. [/read]
- Which case established that court fees must be proportionate to the relief claimed?
a) Neelavathi v. N. Natarajan
b) S.R. Mehta v. Union of India
c) L.R. Sarin v. State of U.P.
d) Abdul Kadir v. Madhav Prasad
[read more] Answer
a) Neelavathi v. N. Natarajan
Explanation – This case emphasized that court fees should be proportionate to the relief claimed by the plaintiff in the plaint. [/read]
- What does Section 19-A of the Act deal with?
a) Fees for suits involving movable property
b) Exemption for certain government institutions
c) Fees for suits for the recovery of rent
d) Fees for pre-emption suits
[read more] Answer
c) Fees for suits for the recovery of rent
Explanation – Section 19-A deals with the court fees applicable to suits involving the recovery of rent. [/read]
- Can the valuation of a suit be questioned during the appeal stage?
a) Yes, if raised by the defendant
b) No, it cannot be questioned
c) Yes, if the trial court has made an error
d) Only with the consent of both parties
[read more] Answer
c) Yes, if the trial court has made an error
Explanation – Valuation can be questioned during an appeal if it is proven that the trial court made an error in determining the valuation. [/read]
- What is the court fee payable for probate cases under Section 19-I?
a) Nominal fixed fee
b) Percentage of the estate value
c) Half the value of the estate
d) No fee is required
[read more] Answer
b) Percentage of the estate value
Explanation – Section 19-I specifies that court fees in probate cases are calculated as a percentage of the value of the estate for which probate is sought. [/read]
- Under what circumstances can the court allow a plaintiff to amend the valuation of a suit?
a) At any time during the trial
b) Only before the filing of the written statement
c) Only with the defendant’s consent
d) Only during the initial hearing
[read more] Answer
a) At any time during the trial
Explanation – Courts have the discretion to permit the plaintiff to amend the valuation of a suit at any stage, provided it does not prejudice the defendant. [/read]
- Which section deals with fees in cases of declaratory decrees with consequential relief?
a) Section 7(iv)(a)
b) Section 8
c) Section 7(iv)(c)
d) Section 7(v)
[read more] Answer
c) Section 7(iv)(c)
Explanation – Section 7(iv)(c) governs fees for declaratory suits involving consequential relief, where fees are calculated ad valorem based on the value of the relief sought. [/read]
- Which case highlighted the importance of court fees being paid in accordance with the substantive relief claimed?
a) M.C. Mehta v. Union of India
b) Daya Ram v. State of Rajasthan
c) K.C. Dora v. G. Annamanaidu
d) Neelavathi v. N. Natarajan
[read more] Answer
d) Neelavathi v. N. Natarajan
Explanation – The Supreme Court held that court fees must align with the substantive relief claimed to avoid undervaluation. [/read]
- What is the fee for an appeal in a case where no specific monetary relief is sought?
a) Fixed nominal fee
b) Ad valorem fee
c) No fee is required
d) Half of the original suit fee
[read more] Answer
a) Fixed nominal fee
Explanation – Appeals in cases where no specific monetary relief is sought attract a fixed nominal fee as prescribed in the court fees schedule. [/read]
- What is the court fee for suits involving partition of property under Section 7(iv)(b)?
a) Fixed fee for all partition suits
b) Ad valorem fee on the share claimed
c) Half of the suit value
d) No fee is required
[read more] Answer
b) Ad valorem fee on the share claimed
Explanation – Partition suits require court fees to be paid based on the value of the share claimed by the plaintiff. [/read]
- Which section of the Act deals with exemptions for paupers?
a) Section 19-A
b) Section 20
c) Section 7(iv)(e)
d) Section 15
[read more] Answer
b) Section 20
Explanation – Section 20 provides exemptions for indigent persons (paupers) from paying court fees, ensuring access to justice. [/read]
- What happens if the court finds the suit undervalued during the proceedings?
a) The suit is dismissed outright
b) Plaintiff is asked to pay the deficit court fee
c) No action is taken
d) The case is transferred to a higher court
[read more] Answer
b) Plaintiff is asked to pay the deficit court fee
Explanation – If undervaluation is detected, the plaintiff is directed to make up the deficit court fee within a specified time. [/read]
- Which authority certifies the correctness of court fees paid?
a) The Registrar
b) The Trial Court Judge
c) The High Court
d) The State Revenue Department
[read more] Answer
b) The Trial Court Judge
Explanation – The trial court judge has the authority to certify the correctness of the court fees paid by the parties. [/read]
- Under Section 19-C, what are the fees for suits relating to easements?
a) Fixed nominal fee
b) Ad valorem fee based on market value
c) Percentage of relief value
d) No fee is payable
[read more] Answer
b) Ad valorem fee based on market value
Explanation – Suits involving easements require court fees to be paid based on the market value of the right sought to be enforced. [/read]
- Which section deals with the refund of court fees for rejected plaints?
a) Section 13
b) Section 6
c) Section 20
d) Section 9
[read more] Answer
a) Section 13
Explanation – Section 13 allows for a refund of court fees if a plaint is rejected due to jurisdictional issues or similar defects. [/read]
- What is the primary factor for determining court fees for injunctions?
a) The cost of filing
b) The value of the subject matter of the injunction
c) The discretion of the court
d) The relief sought by the defendant
[read more] Answer
b) The value of the subject matter of the injunction
Explanation – Court fees for injunctions are calculated based on the value of the subject matter being disputed in the suit. [/read]
- Which case addressed the issue of undervaluation of court fees in specific performance suits?
a) Abdul Kadir v. Madhav Prasad
b) L.R. Sarin v. State of U.P.
c) S.R. Mehta v. Union of India
d) Neelavathi v. N. Natarajan
[read more] Answer
b) L.R. Sarin v. State of U.P.
Explanation – The Court emphasized the need for proper valuation and payment of court fees in specific performance suits. [/read]
- What does Section 19-K address?
a) Refunds for excessive fees paid
b) Exemptions for specific institutions
c) Fees for matrimonial suits
d) Fees for probate cases
[read more] Answer
c) Fees for matrimonial suits
Explanation – Section 19-K specifies the fees applicable for matrimonial suits under the Court Fees Act. [/read]
- What is the effect of non-payment of requisite court fees on an appeal?
a) Appeal is dismissed automatically
b) Appeal is admitted but stays pending
c) Appeal is rejected under Order XLI Rule 3 CPC
d) Appeal is transferred to a lower court
[read more] Answer
c) Appeal is rejected under Order XLI Rule 3 CPC
Explanation – Non-payment of requisite court fees results in the rejection of the appeal under Order XLI Rule 3 CPC. [/read]