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In Indian legal parlance, what is the term for a non-criminal lawsuit?
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Civil suit
Quiz Options
- Civil suit
- Criminal proceeding
- Writ petition
- Public Interest Litigation
Explanation & Context
A civil suit deals with disputes between individuals or organizations, seeking remedies such as damages or injunctions, as opposed to criminal cases which involve offenses against the state.
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