Q1: 1. What is the purpose of Section 35B in the Civil Procedure Code, 1908?

• A) A) To encourage delay in court proceedings
• B) B) To penalize parties causing delay in court proceedings
• C) C) To waive all costs related to delays
• D) D) To increase litigation expenses for both parties

Q2: 2. In which situation can costs be imposed on a party under Section 35B?

• A) A) If a party appears late for a court hearing due to genuine reasons
• B) B) If a party causes unreasonable delays in the court proceedings
• C) C) If a party files necessary documents promptly
• D) D) If a party requests an extension for a valid reason

Q3: 3. How does Section 35B aim to deter parties from causing unnecessary delays?

• A) A) By reducing the number of court hearings
• B) B) By increasing the legal fees for both parties
• C) C) By imposing additional costs on the party causing delay
• D) D) By granting extensions without consequences

Q4: 4. What is the impact of Section 35B on the overall efficiency of the legal system?

• A) A) It improves efficiency by rewarding delays
• B) B) It discourages abuse of court processes and promotes timely resolution
• C) C) It has no effect on the efficiency of the legal system
• D) D) It increases the workload of judges

Q5: 5. Which of the following statements best describes the purpose of costs under Section 35B?

• A) A) To compensate the court for its time
• B) B) To cover the expenses of the winning party
• C) C) To deter parties from causing delays
• D) D) To fund legal aid services

Q6: 6. A real-life scenario: Party A repeatedly fails to submit required documents on time, causing delays in the court proceedings. What action can the court take under Section 35B?

• A) A) Waive all costs for Party A
• B) B) Impose costs on Party A for causing delays
• C) C) Dismiss the case without any consequences
• D) D) Grant Party A an extension without penalty

Q7: 7. How does Section 35B contribute to maintaining the integrity of the judicial process?

• A) A) By favoring parties who cause delays
• B) B) By penalizing parties who abuse the legal system
• C) C) By increasing the duration of court cases
• D) D) By reducing the transparency of court proceedings

Q8: 8. What role does Section 35B play in promoting fairness and justice in civil litigation?

• A) A) It discriminates against parties causing delays
• B) B) It ensures equal treatment of all parties involved
• C) C) It favors parties with financial resources
• D) D) It delays the resolution of legal disputes

Q9: 9. In a case where a party continuously fails to comply with court orders, what action can the court take under Section 35B?

• A) A) Dismiss the case without any consequences
• B) B) Grant the party an extension without penalty
• C) C) Impose costs on the party for causing delays
• D) D) Ignore the delays and proceed with the case

Q10: 10. How does the imposition of costs under Section 35B impact the behavior of litigants?

• A) A) It encourages them to delay the proceedings further
• B) B) It discourages them from causing unnecessary delays
• C) C) It has no effect on their behavior
• D) D) It promotes settlement outside of court

Q11: 11. Real-life scenario: Party B continuously requests adjournments in court hearings without valid reasons. What can be the consequence under Section 35B?

• A) A) Party B is exempt from any costs
• B) B) Party B is penalized for causing delays
• C) C) Party B is granted additional time without repercussions
• D) D) Party B is rewarded for time wasted

Q12: 12. How does the application of Section 35B align with the principles of justice and fairness in legal proceedings?

• A) A) It introduces bias in favor of certain parties
• B) B) It ensures accountability for unnecessary delays
• C) C) It delays the resolution of disputes
• D) D) It increases the financial burden on the court

Q13: 13. What factors may the court consider when determining the amount of costs to be imposed under Section 35B?

• A) A) The party's financial status
• B) B) The complexity of the case
• C) C) The length of the delays caused
• D) D) The party's legal representation

Q14: 14. In what way does Section 35B contribute to the expeditious disposal of cases in civil litigation?

• A) A) By allowing unlimited delays without consequences
• B) B) By imposing costs on parties causing delays
• C) C) By extending the timelines for court proceedings
• D) D) By favoring parties who prolong the legal process

Q15: 15. Real-life scenario: Party C deliberately withholds crucial evidence during the trial, resulting in delays. What action can the court take under Section 35B?

• A) A) Dismiss the case to avoid further delays
• B) B) Impose costs on Party C for causing delays
• C) C) Grant Party C an extension without penalty
• D) D) Ignore the delays and proceed with the trial

Q16: 16. How does the threat of incurring costs under Section 35B influence the behavior of parties involved in civil proceedings?

• A) A) It encourages them to prolong the legal process
• B) B) It motivates them to expedite the resolution of disputes
• C) C) It has no impact on their behavior
• D) D) It leads to the withdrawal of legal actions

Q17: 17. What distinguishes costs under Section 35B from other expenses incurred during civil litigation?

• A) A) They are reimbursed by the court
• B) B) They are fixed regardless of the delays caused
• C) C) They are imposed as a penalty for causing delays
• D) D) They are waived for parties with valid reasons for delays

Q18: 18. How does Section 35B promote the efficient use of judicial resources?

• A) A) By encouraging unnecessary adjournments
• B) B) By penalizing parties for causing delays
• C) C) By increasing the workload of the court
• D) D) By allowing unlimited extensions without consequences

Q19: 19. Real-life scenario: Party D repeatedly fails to comply with court orders, leading to delays in the legal process. What can the court do under Section 35B?

• A) A) Dismiss the case without any repercussions
• B) B) Impose costs on Party D for causing delays
• C) C) Grant Party D an extension without penalty
• D) D) Ignore the delays and proceed with the case

Q20: 20. How does the imposition of costs under Section 35B contribute to the overall fairness of civil proceedings?

• A) A) By favoring parties who cause delays
• B) B) By ensuring consequences for undue delays
• C) C) By exempting parties from all financial obligations
• D) D) By prolonging the legal process indefinitely

Q21: 21. What role does Section 35B play in discouraging the abuse of legal processes in civil litigation?

• A) A) It rewards parties for causing delays
• B) B) It imposes costs on parties for unjustified delays
• C) C) It prolongs the resolution of disputes
• D) D) It increases the number of court adjournments

Q22: 22. In what way does Section 35B contribute to maintaining the integrity and credibility of court proceedings?

• A) A) By allowing unlimited delays without repercussions
• B) B) By penalizing parties for causing delays
• C) C) By favoring parties who prolong legal actions
• D) D) By disregarding the impact of delays on other litigants

Q23: 23. Real-life scenario: Party E repeatedly fails to attend court hearings without valid reasons, causing delays. What can the court do under Section 35B?

• A) A) Excuse Party E from any costs
• B) B) Impose costs on Party E for causing delays
• C) C) Grant Party E additional time without consequences
• D) D) Dismiss the case due to Party E's absence

Q24: 24. How does the application of Section 35B contribute to reducing the backlog of cases in the legal system?

• A) A) By encouraging delays in court proceedings
• B) B) By imposing costs on parties causing delays
• C) C) By allowing unlimited extensions without consequences
• D) D) By favoring parties who prolong legal actions

Q25: 25. What impact does the imposition of costs under Section 35B have on the overall efficiency and effectiveness of civil litigation?

• A) A) It hinders the timely resolution of disputes
• B) B) It promotes accountability and discourages delays
• C) C) It increases the financial burden on the court
• D) D) It has no significant effect on legal proceedings