Rule 21 of CPC : Rule 21: Re-hearing on application of respondent against whom ex parte decree made.

Explanation using Example

Example 1:

Scenario: Rajesh, a businessman, was involved in a civil dispute with his supplier, Suresh. Suresh filed an appeal against a lower court's decision in favor of Rajesh. The appellate court scheduled a hearing, but Rajesh did not receive the notice due to a clerical error at the post office. As a result, the court heard the appeal ex parte (in Rajesh's absence) and ruled in favor of Suresh.

Application of Rule 21: Rajesh, upon learning about the ex parte decree, can apply to the appellate court for a re-hearing. He must demonstrate that he did not receive the notice due to the postal err...

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