Principle

CIVIL PROCEDURE — Jurisdiction — Challenge to — Court’s Duty

Area of law: CIVIL PROCEDURE
Court: Supreme Court

Jurisdiction must be determined before any other step. The court cannot assume jurisdiction. The principle applies to all courts. The rule ensures that only cases within jurisdiction are heard. The court may decide jurisdiction based on pleadings. The principle is fundamental.

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