To ensure a suit is filed in the proper court, a plaintiff must accurately determine its valuation in accordance with the Suits Valuation Act, 1887 and the Court Fees Act, 1870, basing it on reliable evidence such as market value, sale deeds, contracts, or expert assessments, while also verifying the latest state-specific pecuniary limits through High Court or government notifications. The valuation for both jurisdiction and court fees should be consistent, clearly explained in the plaint, and supported by relevant documents to avoid disputes. If a defendant believes the valuation is arbitrary—either understated to bring the case within a lower court’s jurisdiction or inflated to reach a higher forum—they can file an objection under Order VII Rule 11(b) of the Code of Civil Procedure, 1908, supported by factual proof like valuation reports or market data. Upon finding the valuation incorrect, the court may order the plaintiff to amend it, return the plaint under Order VII Rule 10, or reject it, ensuring that the case proceeds before a court with proper pecuniary jurisdiction and upholding procedural fairness.
