Section 20 of The Bombay Civil Courts Act, 1869
Assistant Judge to use seal of District Judge.
Every Assistant Judge shall use the seal of the District Judge to whom he is Assistant.
Summary
- Every Assistant Judge is required by law to use a specific official seal.
- This seal must be the same one used by the District Judge to whom they are an assistant.
- The purpose of this rule is to maintain consistency in the official marks of the District Court.
Practical examples
FAQ
1. Does an Assistant Judge have a different seal from the District Judge?
No, the Assistant Judge must use the seal of the District Judge.
2. To whom must the seal belong according to this rule?
It must be the seal of the District Judge to whom the Assistant Judge is an assistant.
Test yourself
1.Under Section 20 of The Bombay Civil Courts Act, 1869, which official seal is an Assistant Judge required to use?
2.According to the rules found in Section 20 of The Bombay Civil Courts Act, 1869, how many different types of seals are used by the District Judge and their Assistant Judges in a single district?
3.Under Section 20 of The Bombay Civil Courts Act, 1869, if an Assistant Judge is working in a separate building from the District Judge, which seal should they use for court orders?
4.Under Section 20 of The Bombay Civil Courts Act, 1869, who does the Assistant Judge assist?