Question

Choose the correct option based on the statements below:
(1) Forum shopping is a practice that involves the intentional selection of a specific judge or court by litigants or lawyers in order to increase the chances of a favorable outcome for their case.
(2) In the case of Vijay Kumar Ghai vs. State of W.B., the Supreme Court has recognized forum shopping as a reputable practice that has legal sanction and paramountcy.

• A. Only (1) is true
• B. Only (2) is true
• C. Both (1) and (2) are true
• D. Both (1) and (2) are false

Hint:

Forum shopping is frowned upon as it manipulates judicial processes.
Always cite case laws like Vijay Kumar Ghai v. State of W.B. to back up legal interpretation.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

- Statement (1) is true: Forum shopping is the unethical practice of choosing a court believed to be more favorable.
- Statement (2) is false: The Supreme Court has condemned forum shopping and not recognized it as a legal practice.