Rule 15 of CPC : Rule 15: Where service may be on an adult member of defendant's family.

Explanation using Example

Example 1:

Rajesh, a businessman, is being sued by a supplier for non-payment of dues. The court issues a summons for Rajesh to appear. When the court officer goes to Rajesh's house to deliver the summons, Rajesh is out of town on a business trip. The officer learns that Rajesh will not be back for another two weeks. Since Rajesh has no agent authorized to accept the summons on his behalf, the officer serves the summons to Rajesh's wife, Priya, who is an adult member of the family and resides with him. This service is considered valid under Rule 15 of the Code of Civil Procedure 1908.

Example 2:

Meena files a lawsuit against her neighbor, Suresh, for encroaching on her property. The court issues a summons for Suresh to appear. When the court officer arrives at Suresh's residence, Suresh is not at home and is expected to be away for a few days. Suresh does not have an agent to accept the summons. The officer then serves the summons ...

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