Rule 6 of CPC : Rule 6: Objections to interrogatories by answer.

Explanation using Example

Example 1:

Scenario: Rajesh files a civil suit against his former business partner, Suresh, for breach of contract. During the discovery process, Rajesh sends a set of interrogatories (written questions) to Suresh, asking for detailed information about their business transactions.

Interrogatory: "Please provide a detailed account of all financial transactions you conducted with third parties over the last five years."

Objection by Answer: Suresh objects to this interrogatory in his affidavit, stating that the question is irrelevant to the breach of contract case and is not exhibited bona fide for the purpose of the suit. He argues that the financial transactions with third parties have no bearing on the specific breach of contract between him and Rajesh.

Legal Basis: Under Rule 6 of Order XI of The Code of Civil Procedure 1908, Suresh is entitled to object to answering the interrogatory on the grounds that it is irrelevant and not exhibited bona fide for the purpose of the suit.

Example 2:

Scenario: Priya files a civil suit against her neighbor, Anil, for encroachment on her property. During the discovery process, Anil sends an interrogatory to Priya asking for details about her personal relationships and social activities.

Interrogatory: "Please provide details of all your social activities and personal relationships over the past three years."

Objection by Answer: Priya objects to this interrogatory in her affidavit, stating that the question is scandalous and irrelevant to the property encroachment case. She argues that her social activities and personal relationships have no connection to the legal dispute over property boundaries.

Legal Basis: Under Rule 6 of Order XI of The Code of Civil Procedure 1908, Priya is entitled to object to answering the interrogatory on the grounds that it is scandalous and irrelevant to the suit.