Rule 4 of CPC : Rule 4: Admission and denial of documents.

Explanation using Example

Example 1:

Scenario: A dispute over a commercial contract between Company A and Company B.

Facts:

• Company A sues Company B for breach of contract.
• During the discovery phase, Company A discloses several documents, including emails, the signed contract, and invoices.
• Company B inspects these documents.

Application of Rule 4:

1. Submission of Statement:

   • Within fifteen days of completing the inspection, Company B must submit a statement admitting or denying the documents disclosed by Company A.

2. Explicit Admissions or Denials:

   • Company B must explicitly state whether it admits or denies:
     • The correctness of the contents of the emails.
     • The existence of the signed contract.
     • The execution of the contract.
     • The issuance and receipt of the invoices.
     • The custody of the documents.

3. Reasons for Denial:

   • If Company B denies any document, it must provide reasons. For example, if it denies the correctness of an invoice, it might state that the invoice amount is incorrect due to a calculation error.

4. Affidavit:

   • Company B must file an affidavit supporting the statement of admissions and denials, confirming the correctness of the statement.

5. Court's Discretion:

   • If Company B un...

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