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Multiple Choice Questions on the Limitation Act

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Ruchika Mohapatra5 May 20253 min read
Preparing for CLAT PG? Attempt these 15 Questions on the Limitation Act to test your preparation and improve your score.
1. What is the primary purpose of the Limitation Act of 1963?
A. To extend the time for filing suits indefinitely
B. To prescribe the time limit for bringing suits and legal proceedings
C. To abolish all legal limitations
D. To create new rights for plaintiffs
Correct Answer: B
2. The period of limitation for filing a suit for recovery of immovable property is:
A. 3 years
B. 6 years
C. 12 years
D. 30 years
Correct Answer: C
3. Under the Limitation Act, when does the period of limitation begin?
A. On the date the court is approached
B. From the date the cause of action arises
C. From the date of filing the reply
D. From the date of judgment
Correct Answer: B
4. Which section of the Limitation Act deals with the extension of limitation in cases of fraud or mistake?
A. Section 3
B. Section 9
C. Section 17
D. Section 27
Correct Answer: C
5. The Limitation Act applies to:
A. Suits, appeals, and applications
B. Only civil suits
C. Only criminal appeals
D. Arbitration cases exclusively
Correct Answer: A
6. What is the limitation period for filing an appeal under the Limitation Act?
A. 30 days
B. 60 days
C. It depends on the specific statute governing the appeal
D. No limitation period exists for appeals
Correct Answer: C
7. When is the Limitation Act not applicable?
A. When the parties agree to extend limitation by contract
B. To writ petitions filed under Articles 32 and 226 of the Constitution
C. To property disputes
D. To arbitration agreements
Correct Answer: B
8. Acknowledgment of liability under the Limitation Act should be made:
A. Before the expiration of the limitation period
B. Within one year after the limitation period expires
C. At any time, irrespective of the limitation period
D. Through verbal communication only
Correct Answer: A
9. Under the Limitation Act, “sufficient cause” for condonation of delay is dealt with under:
A. Section 3
B. Section 5
C. Section 8
D. Section 20
Correct Answer: B
10. The Limitation Act, 1963, came into force on:
A. 1st January 1963
B. 5th October 1963
C. 1st January 1964
D. 15th March 1963
Correct Answer: C
11. The period of limitation for filing a suit relating to a contract is:
A. 1 year
B. 3 years
C. 12 years
D. 30 years
Correct Answer: B
12. The time spent in obtaining a certified copy of the judgment or decree is excluded under which section?
A. Section 5
B. Section 12
C. Section 15
D. Section 18
Correct Answer: B
13. What is the effect of a legal disability on the limitation period?
A. The limitation period is suspended during the disability
B. The limitation period is extended indefinitely
C. The limitation period is reduced
D. No effect
Correct Answer: A
14. For filing a suit for possession of immovable property based on title, the limitation period is:
A. 6 years
B. 12 years
C. 20 years
D. 30 years
Correct Answer: B
15. Under the Limitation Act, the maximum period of limitation for adverse possession is:
A. 3 years
B. 12 years
C. 20 years
D. 30 years
Correct Answer: D
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