Section 1 of The Madras City Civil Court Act, 1892 — Title and commencement
Bare section text
Official Legislative Text
- (1)This Act may be called the Madras City Civil Court Act, 1892; 1 *** 2 * * * * *
Educational Study Layer
Summary
- This law is officially named The Madras City Civil Court Act, 1892.
- The purpose of this law is to create an additional civil court specifically for the City of Madras.
- It provides the legal foundation for the court's title and its official start.
Practical examples
1In late 1892, a lawyer named Mr. Rao refers to this new law by its full name to explain to his client why they are filing a case in the newly created City Court rather than the High Court.
2A historian researching legal history in 2024 looks at the date on the first page of the document to confirm the Act was enacted on August 12, 1892.
FAQ
1. What is the official title of this law?
The official title is The Madras City Civil Court Act, 1892.
2. Why was this Act created?
It was created because it was necessary to establish an additional civil court for the City of Madras.
Practice Quiz
Q1.Under Section 1 of The Madras City Civil Court Act, 1892, what is the formal name of the legislation?
Q2.Based on the introductory text of The Madras City Civil Court Act, 1892, on what date was the Act enacted?
Q3.According to the preamble of The Madras City Civil Court Act, 1892, what was the primary reason for passing this law?
Q4.Under Section 1 of The Madras City Civil Court Act, 1892, which city is specifically mentioned as the location for the new court?