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Jurisdiction of Small Cause Court and Legal Evidence Jurisdiction of Small Cause Court: The case involved a revision application by the defendant challenging an ex parte decree passed against them by the Small Cause Court. The plaintiff alleged breach of contract by the State Government officer, leading to a loss of Rs. 500. The defendant argued that the Small Cause Court lacked jurisdiction to try the suit, citing Article 3 of the Schedule to the Rajasthan Small Cause Courts Ordinance, which exempts suits concerning acts or orders by State Government officers. The plaintiff contended that it was a case of contract breach, not an act by a government officer. Previous cases were cited to support both arguments, emphasizing the distinction between a breach of contract and an official act. Analysis of Jurisdiction Issue: The court analyzed Article 3 of the Schedule, emphasizing that it covers distinct acts by government officers falling within their authority. It referenced precedents to differentiate between breach of contract and official acts. The court noted that the plaintiff's claim was based on the government's breach of contract, not an official act. It highlighted that the breach did not involve an act under the officer's authority but was akin to a breach by a private entity, thus not falling under the exception to Small Cause Court jurisdiction. Legal Evidence Issue: The defendant also challenged the legal evidence, pointing out that the court did not record proper evidence as required by Order 18 Rule 13 CPC. The plaintiff's affidavit, the sole evidence, was found inadmissible due to improper verification. The court concluded that without admissible evidence, the decree could not stand, leading to the partial allowance of the revision application. Analysis of Legal Evidence Issue: The court scrutinized the procedural aspects, noting the lack of proper recording of evidence and the defective verification of the plaintiff's affidavit. It emphasized the importance of complying with evidentiary rules and found the affidavit inadmissible. Consequently, the court set aside the judgment and decree, remanding the case for a fresh trial with the directive to adhere to legal procedures. No costs were awarded in the matter. In conclusion, the judgment addressed the jurisdictional challenge regarding Small Cause Court's authority over contract breach claims and highlighted the significance of proper legal evidence in maintaining the integrity of judicial decisions. The detailed analysis provided clarity on the application of legal principles and procedural requirements in the adjudication of the case.
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