General Legal Query Questions
Browse general legal query questions asked by people across India.
Questions in General Legal Query are answered with reference to the Indian Contract Act, 1872, the Consumer Protection Act, 2019 and the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023, depending on the nature of the dispute. Each answer states the section that applies, the forum that hears the matter and the limitation period, so the position can be checked against the official text at India Code before you act on it.
The forum depends on the facts rather than the label: a dispute described as a family matter may be heard by a family court, a magistrate or a civil judge depending on whether the relief sought is maintenance, custody, injunction or declaration. Where the law has been renumbered by the 2023 criminal law reforms, answers note both the old and the new section numbers.
What evidence is needed for a writ petition without going to court?
What evidence is needed for a writ petition in a criminal case?
What evidence is needed for a writ petition as per the Supreme Court?
What evidence is needed for a Right to Information request in a criminal case?
What evidence is needed for a declaration for senior citizens?
What evidence is needed for a consumer complaint without a lawyer?
What evidence is needed for a consumer complaint for senior citizens?
What evidence is needed for a consumer complaint after the recent changes?
What documents are needed for a writ petition without going to court?
What documents are needed for a writ petition under Article 226?
What documents are needed for a declaration as per the Supreme Court?
What documents are needed for a declaration as per the Supreme Court?
What documents are needed for a consumer complaint as per the Supreme Court?
What defenses are available against a writ petition without going into the merits?
What defenses are available against a writ petition as per the Supreme Court?
What defenses are available against the Right to Information in India?
What defenses are available against a consumer complaint under Indian law?
What defenses are available against a consumer complaint in 2026?
What are the legal consequences of a writ petition after the recent amendments?
What are the legal consequences of the Right to Education without a government aid?
What are my rights regarding IPO for senior citizens?
Under which law can I file a writ petition after the recent amendment?
Under which law can I file a public interest litigation in India?
Is it legal to file a writ petition without a lawyer in India?
How long does it take to write a petition with online filing in India?
How long does it take to write a petition under Indian law?
How long does it take to write a petition under Article 226?
How long does it take to write a petition in India?
How long does it take to file after the BNS (BharatNet Scheme) implementation?
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Frequently Asked Questions about General Legal Query
How to get free legal aid in India?
Free legal aid is available under the Legal Services Authorities Act 1987. Eligible: women, children, SC/ST, disabled, victims of trafficking, and persons earning less than ₹3 lakh annually. Apply at the District Legal Services Authority or State Legal Services Authority.
What is the difference between civil and criminal cases?
Civil cases involve disputes between private parties seeking compensation or remedies. Criminal cases involve offenses against society punishable by imprisonment or fine. Civil cases are filed by individuals; criminal cases are prosecuted by the State.
How to verify a lawyer credentials in India?
Verify a lawyer credentials on the Bar Council of India website (bcindia.org) or your state Bar Council. Check their enrollment number, year of enrollment, and whether they are an advocate or senior advocate.
What is the fee for filing a court case in India?
Court fees vary by case type and state. Civil suits: ad valorem fees based on claim value (0.5%-4%). Criminal complaints: nominal fees. Consumer complaints: ₹100-₹5,000 based on claim amount. Some categories like family court matters have reduced fees.
How long does a court case take in India?
Court case duration varies: consumer cases 6 months-2 years, family court matters 1-3 years, civil suits 3-10 years, criminal cases 2-7 years. Supreme Court appeals take 2-5 years. Alternative Dispute Resolution (mediation, arbitration) is faster.