Section 21 of CPC : Section 21: Objections to jurisdiction.

Explanation using Example

Example 1:

Ravi files a lawsuit against Shyam in a court located in Mumbai, claiming that Shyam owes him money. Shyam believes that the case should have been filed in Pune, where both parties reside. However, Shyam does not raise this objection at the earliest opportunity in the Mumbai court. The case proceeds, and the Mumbai court issues a judgment in favor of Ravi. Shyam then appeals the decision, arguing that the Mumbai court did not have jurisdiction. According to Section 21 of the Code of Civil Procedure 1908, the appellate court will not entertain Shyam's objection regarding the place of suing because he did not raise it at the earliest possible opportunity in the Mumbai court, and there has been no consequent failure of justice.

Example 2:

Anita files a suit in a court with a pecuniary jurisdiction limit of ₹5 lakhs, claimi...

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