Judgment Writing Skills for Judicial Services Exam 2025: Format, Tips, and Sample Judgment

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Judgment Writing Skill for Judicial Services Examination 
Judgment writing is a crucial skill assessed in many State Judicial Services Exams like Delhi, UP, MP, Rajasthan, Bihar, etc. Here’s how to master it:

1. Understanding the Structure of a Judgment

A judgment must follow a logical and judicial structure. Here is a standard format:

(A) Heading

  • In the Court of ______ (e.g., Civil Judge, Junior Division)

  • Case No.: _____

  • Title: A vs B

  • Date of Judgment

(B) Introduction / Nature of Suit

  • Briefly mention the type of case (civil/criminal), the nature of suit, and relief sought.

(C) Pleadings of the Parties

  • Plaintiff’s Version / Prosecution Case

  • Defendant’s Version / Defence

(D) Issues Framed (Civil) / Charges Framed (Criminal)

  • Clearly write down each issue/charge.

(E) Evidence Recorded

  • Summarise oral/written evidence, documents, and witness depositions.

(F) Findings on Each Issue/Charge

  • Analyze and answer each framed issue/charge one by one, supported by evidence and legal provisions.

(G) Reasoning & Law

  • Apply relevant sections, precedents, and reasoning.

(H) Final Order / Decree / Sentence

  • Clearly state whether the suit is decreed or dismissed / Accused convicted or acquitted.

  • Cost, damages, or punishment to be specified.

2. Tips to Improve Judgment Writing

  • Be concise and clear: Avoid unnecessary facts.

  • Stick to facts and law: Avoid assumptions.

  • Use simple language: Don’t overuse legal jargon.

  • Use proper headings and subheadings.

  • Practice both civil and criminal formats.

  • Refer previous topper copies and sample judgments.

3. Practice Topics (for both Civil and Criminal)

Civil:

  • Suit for recovery of money

  • Injunction suit

  • Partition suit

  • Specific performance of contract

Criminal:

  • Theft under IPC Section 379

  • Criminal breach of trust under Section 406

  • Dowry death under Section 304B

  • Cheating under Section 420

4. Sample Opening Lines

Civil Case:

"This is a suit for recovery of Rs. 50,000 filed by the plaintiff against the defendant on the basis of a promissory note dated 01.02.2021."

Criminal Case:

"The accused is charged under Section 379 IPC for committing theft of a motorcycle bearing number ______ on 15.08.2022."

5. Key Sections to Remember

  • CPC – Order 20 Rule 4 (Judgment)

  • CrPC – Section 354 (Contents of Judgment), Section 235 (Sentence)

  • Evidence Act – Sections 101–114 (Burden of proof and presumptions)


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