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Which of the following is an example of substantive law rather than procedural law?
The Indian Contract Act, 1872 is substantive law because it creates and defines rights and obligations of parties to a contract. The other options deal with how cases are conducted, tried or proved in courts, which makes them procedural law.
- AThe Code of Civil Procedure, 1908
- BThe Indian Contract Act, 1872Correct
- CThe Code of Criminal Procedure
- DThe Indian Evidence Act, 1872
Explanation
Substantive law defines rights, duties and liabilities of persons. The Indian Contract Act lays down rights and obligations arising from contracts. The other three Acts prescribe the procedure for enforcing rights or the rules of proof in courts, so they are procedural in nature.
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