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    Question

    In what situation is the existence of any judgment,

    order, or decree relevant?
    A Only when it is favorable to the plaintiff Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Only when it is favorable to the defendant Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C When it prevents any court from taking cognizance of a suit or holding a trial Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Either a or b or c Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Section 40 of Indian Evidence Act - Previous judgments relevant to bar a second suit or trial: The existence of any judgment, order or decree which by law prevents any Courts from taking cognizance of a suit or holding a trial is a relevant fact when the question is whether such Court ought to take cognizance of such suit or to hold such trial.

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