CPC · Code of Civil Procedure, 1908

Section 132 CPC

Exemption of certain women from personal appearance

Procedure & effect

(1) Women who, according to the customs and manners of the country, ought not to be compelled to appear in public shall be exempt from personal appearance in Court.

(2) Nothing herein contained shall be deemed to exempt such women from arrest in execution of civil process in any case in which the arrest of women is not prohibited by this Code.

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FAQ — Section 132 CPC

Section 132 of the Code of Civil Procedure, 1908 (CPC) deals with “Exemption of certain women from personal appearance”. This page explains the offence (if any), punishment, and links to Vaksera petition formats.

(1) Women who, according to the customs and manners of the country, ought not to be compelled to appear in public shall be exempt from personal appearance in Court. (2) Nothing herein contained shall be deemed to exempt such women from arrest in execution of civil process in any case in which the arrest of women is not prohibited by this Code.

No. Vaksera provides a drafting reference and petition formats only. Always verify the current bare act and local court practice.

Statute summaries on Vaksera are for advocate drafting reference only, not legal advice. Verify the current bare act and court rules before filing.