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14 July 2026

Delhi High Court Bar Association protest against pecuniary jurisdiction change

The topic highlights issues regarding judicial administration and the functioning of the judiciary, which serves as useful context for understanding the challenges of judicial workload and access to justice, though the specific protest itself is not a direct exam topic.

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Notes

  • The Delhi High Court Bar Association (DHCBA) has called for a work abstention on July 14 to protest the proposed increase in pecuniary jurisdiction of Delhi district courts.
  • The proposal seeks to raise the pecuniary jurisdiction threshold for district courts from ₹2 crore to ₹10 crore.
  • Currently, civil disputes valued above ₹2 crore are under the jurisdiction of the Delhi High Court, while those below are handled by district courts.
  • The DHCBA opposes the increase, citing potential adverse consequences on the practice and livelihood of its members.
  • The proposal is currently being considered by the Full Court of the Delhi High Court.

Questions

  1. Discuss the significance of pecuniary jurisdiction in the Indian judicial system and the implications of adjusting these thresholds for the efficiency of district courts versus High Courts. 150 words
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Prelims

  1. What is the current pecuniary jurisdiction threshold for civil disputes to be heard by the Delhi High Court?

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