Rule 9 of CPC : Rule 9: Procedure on admitting plaint.
CPC
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Explanation using Example
Example 1:
Scenario: Ramesh files a civil suit against three individuals, alleging that they have encroached on his property.
Application of Rule 9:
- The court reviews Ramesh's plaint and decides to proceed with the case.
- The court orders that summons be served to the three defendants as per Rule 9 of Order V.
- The court directs Ramesh to submit three copies of the plaint (one for each defendant) on plain paper within seven days.
- Ramesh must also pay the requisite fee for the service of summons to the defendants.
- Ramesh complies with the court's order, submits the copies, and pays the fee.
- The court then arranges for the summons to be served to the three defendants, informing them of the lawsuit and requiring their response.
Example 2:
Scenario: Priya files a lawsuit against a construction company and its two directors for breach of contract.
Application of Rule 9:
- The court examines Priya's plaint and decides to admit it for further proceedings.
- The court orders that summons be served to the construction company and its two directors as per Rule 9 of Order V.
- The court instructs Priya to provide three copies of the plaint (one for the company and one for each director) on plain paper within seven days.
- Priya is also required to pay the necessary fee for the service of summons.
- Priya follows the court's instructions, submits the copies, and pays the fee.
- The court then ensures that the summons are served to the construction company and its directors, notifying them of the lawsuit and requiring their response.
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