Overriding objective CPR 1.1 states what?

• A. The Primary Aim of the Court, Which Is to Deal with Cases Justly, Expeditiously and With Proportionate
• B. To Maximize Court Revenue
• C. To Ensure the Claimant Wins
• D. To Minimize Costs

Answer: (A)

The main concept here is the overriding objective of the Civil Procedure Rules. It requires the court to deal with cases justly and at a proportionate cost, guiding how cases are managed and costing kept reasonable, with a view to a fair and efficient process. This includes delivering a just result, saving time and expense, ensuring fair parties’ conduct, and keeping procedures proportional to the amount at stake.

That is exactly what the correct option expresses: the primary aim to deal with cases justly, expeditiously, and at a proportionate cost. It mirrors the rule’s emphasis on justice balanced with efficiency and proportionality.

The other statements don’t fit because the overriding objective is not about maximizing court revenue, guaranteeing the claimant wins, or merely minimizing costs without regard to fairness or proportionality. The rule targets just handling the case and keeping costs proportionate, not achieving a particular party’s win or pursuing revenue.