Rule 20 of CPC : Rule 20: Power to adjourn hearing, and direct persons appearing interested to be made respondents.

Explanation using Example

Example 1:

Scenario: Ramesh files a lawsuit against Suresh in the District Court regarding a property dispute. The District Court rules in favor of Ramesh. Suresh, dissatisfied with the decision, files an appeal in the High Court. During the hearing, the High Court realizes that Geeta, who was a co-owner of the disputed property and a party in the original suit, has not been made a party to the appeal.

Application of Rule 20: The High Court decides to adjourn the hearing to a later date and directs that Geeta be made a respondent in the appeal. This ensures that all interested parties are present and can present their case, leading to a fair decision.

Example 2:

Scenario: Anil files a lawsuit against Sunil for breach of contract in the Civil Court. The Civil Court rules in favor of Anil. Sunil appeals the decision in the High Court. During the appeal hearing, the High Court notices that Raj, who was a guarantor in the original contract and a party in the original suit, has not been included in the appeal.

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