Rule 20A of CPC : Rule 20A: Service of summons by post. Repealed..

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Explanation using Example

Example 1:

Scenario: Rajesh files a civil lawsuit against his neighbor, Suresh, for encroaching on his property. The court needs to serve a summons to Suresh to notify him about the lawsuit and the date of the hearing.

Before Repeal: Prior to the repeal of Rule 20A, the court could have sent the summons to Suresh via postal service. Suresh would receive the summons at his home address through registered post, and he would be required to appear in court on the specified date.

After Repeal: After the repeal of Rule 20A by the Code of Civil Procedure (Amendment) Act, 1976, the court can no longer serve summons by post. Instead, the court must use other methods such as p...

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