DISTRICT COURT, CUTTACK

ABOUT DISTRICT COURT

The Judgeship has its Headquarters in the City of Cuttack, which is known for its own history. The City was established way back in 989 AD and remained the capital of the State during the regime of so many Rulers for centuries. Of late the capital of the Modern Odisha (Previously Orissa) was shifted to Bhubaneswar, more precisely in the year 1948.

Placed in the delta region of rivers, the MAHANADI and the KATHAJODI, this millennium city of the State was chosen as the safest Military zone during the regime of so many kings of the past. The place was given this unique name CUTTACK probably because of its unparalleled and unique character. This word is derived from the Sanskrit word 'KATAK', which means as a place, established to defend military attacks. Apart from having justified its name as such, the city is well known for its rich heritage and culture. It is best applauded for the brotherhood, peace and tranquility amongst its inhabitants.

Like the glorious history of the city, the Cuttack Judgeship has its own pleasurable history. The present legal system of ours is mainly the contribution of the Britishers, who had come here in the name[...]