Code of Civil Procedure, 1908 · Chapter II: Execution General · Courts by which decrees may be executed
Section 40: Transfer of decree to Court in another State
In plain words
A decree sent for execution in another State goes to the court, and is executed in the manner, prescribed by that State's rules.
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Official text
Where a decree is sent for execution in another State, it shall be sent to such Court and executed in such manner as may be prescribed by rules in force in that State.
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