Question

A’, a resident of Delhi, files a suit at Delhi for infringement of Trade Mark by ‘B’, a resident of Mumbai, for using the Mark at Mumbai

A’, a resident of Delhi, files a suit at Delhi for infringement of Trade Mark by ‘B’, a resident of Mumbai, for using the Mark at Mumbai

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Option A: The court at Delhi has jurisdiction
Option B: The court at Delhi has no jurisdiction because ‘B’ is a resident of Mumbai and cause of action has arisen in Mumbai.
Option C: The court at Delhi has jurisdiction with leave of cour
Option D: The court at Delhi has jurisdiction only if ‘A’ does not have an office in Mumbai

Correct Answer

Option: d

Explanation

Section 20, CPC Other suits to be instituted where defendants reside or cause of action arises

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