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Execution Proceedings (Order XXI CPC)
Jurisdictional & Appellate Practice Terms
Definition
The formal procedural mechanism through which a successful decree-holder enforces and realizes the relief, damages, property possession, or recovery awarded in a final judgment or decree against the defaulting judgment-debtor.
Example
A plaintiff wins a decree for recovery of ₹15 lakh, but the defendant ignores the judgment; the plaintiff files an Execution Petition (EP) under Order XXI praying for the attachment and public auction of the defendant’s commercial truck fleet.