Rule 7 of CPC : Rule 7: Date of decree.

Explanation using Example

Example 1:

Rajesh filed a civil suit against his neighbor, Suresh, for encroaching on his property. After several hearings, the judge pronounced the judgment on 15th March 2023, ruling in favor of Rajesh. According to Rule 7 of the Code of Civil Procedure 1908, the decree issued by the court must bear the date of 15th March 2023, the same day the judgment was pronounced. Once the judge reviewed the decree to ensure it accurately reflected the judgment, he signed it, making it an official court order.

Example 2:

Meena filed a lawsuit against a construction company for not completing her house as per the contract. The court hearings went on for a few months, and finally, the judge delivered the judgment on 10th July 2023, ordering the construction company to pay compensation to Meena. As per Rule 7 of the Code of Civil Procedure 1908, the decree must be dated 10th July 2023, the date the judgment was given. The judge then verified that the decree was correctly drafted in line with the judgment and signed it, thereby formalizing the court's decision.