A civil court is a judicial body that handles non-criminal cases involving disputes between individuals, organizations, or government entities. These courts focus on resolving issues related to personal rights, property, contracts, family matters, and torts (civil wrongs). The primary functions of civil courts include:
Adjudicating Disputes: They settle disputes over contracts, property ownership, family law issues (such as divorce, child custody, and inheritance), and other private matters.
Awarding Damages: Civil courts determine liability and award damages or compensation to the aggrieved party for losses or injuries sustained.
Issuing Injunctions: They can issue orders requiring parties to do or refrain from doing specific acts to prevent harm or resolve a dispute.
Civil courts operate under the principle of providing a fair and just resolution to private disputes, ensuring that legal rights are protected and upheld.