Section 87A: Definitions of 'foreign State' and 'Ruler'

Q: What is धारा 87A CPC?

धारा 87A CPC is the Devanagari Hindi reference for Section 87A of the The Code of Civil Procedure, 1908. Section 87A of The Code of Civil Procedure, 1908 (CPC) defines definitions of 'foreign State' and 'Ruler'. As verified on 21 May 2026.

Q: What is Dhara 87A CPC?

Dhara 87A CPC is the Roman Hindi reference for Section 87A of the The Code of Civil Procedure, 1908. "Dhara" means "Section" in Hindi. Section 87A of The Code of Civil Procedure, 1908 (CPC) defines definitions of 'foreign State' and 'Ruler'. As verified on 21 May 2026.

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The Code of Civil Procedure, 1908

Chapter V — Part IV — Suits in Particular Cases

Section 87A

Definitions of 'foreign State' and 'Ruler'

Quick Answer

What is Section 87A of The Code of Civil Procedure, 1908 (CPC)?

Section 87A of the The Code of Civil Procedure, 1908 (CPC) pertains to “Definitions of 'foreign State' and 'Ruler'”. Also referred to as Dhara 87A CPC or CPC Sec 87A.

Act: The Code of Civil Procedure, 1908

Section

87A – Definitions of 'foreign State' and 'Ruler'

Chapter

Chapter V — Part IV — Suits in Particular Cases

Status

● In Force

Jurisdiction

Republic of India

Hindi

धारा 87A CPCDhara 87A CPC

Verified by editorial team on Pending · Last system check: 21 May 2026

Reviewed by LOTS Editorial Board · Last verified 21 May 2026

Key Facts & Information

Enactment DateUnknown

Scope & ContextThis provision forms part of the The Code of Civil Procedure, 1908.

(1) In this Part,—

"foreign State" means any State outside India which has been recognised by the Central Government; and
"Ruler" in relation to a foreign State, means the head of that State.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Section 87A of The Code of Civil Procedure, 1908 deal with?

Section 87A CPC pertains to "Definitions of 'foreign State' and 'Ruler'". It is part of the The Code of Civil Procedure, 1908, a legislation enacted by the Parliament of India.

Is Section 87A CPC still in force?

Yes, Section 87A of the The Code of Civil Procedure, 1908 is currently in force across the Republic of India.

What is Dhara 87A CPC in Hindi?

Dhara 87A CPC is the Hindi reference for Section 87A of the The Code of Civil Procedure, 1908. "Dhara" (धारा) means "Section" in Hindi legal terminology.

How to cite Section 87A of The Code of Civil Procedure, 1908?

Cite as: "Section 87A, The Code of Civil Procedure, 1908 (CPC)" in legal briefs. For academic writing, use the BlueBook format.