Multiple choice

Precepts are issued under section 46 of CPC for

  1. serving summons on persons residing beyond local jurisdiction

  2. serving a warrant on the judgment-debtor

  3. attaching the property of the judgment-debtor

  4. None of the above
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

Precepts under Section 46 of CPC are issued for attaching the property of judgment-debtor when they reside outside the court's local jurisdiction or are about to leave India. This mechanism enables courts to secure assets before executing decrees. Option A refers to serving summons beyond local jurisdiction (covered by other provisions). Option B refers to serving warrants, which is different from attachment. Option D is incorrect as C is the correct answer.

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