Rule 1 of CPC : Rule 1: List of witnesses and summons to witnesses.

Explanation using Example

Example 1:

Scenario: Rajesh is involved in a civil lawsuit regarding a property dispute with his neighbor, Suresh. The court has set a date for the hearing, and both parties need to present their witnesses.

Application of Rule 1:

1. List of Witnesses: Rajesh and Suresh must each prepare a list of witnesses they intend to call to testify or produce documents. Rajesh lists his brother, who witnessed the property boundary agreement, and a local surveyor who has relevant documents.
2. Submission Deadline: The court has appointed a date for the submission of the witness list, which is not later than fifteen days after the issues in the case are settled. Rajesh and Suresh must submit their lists by this deadline.
3. Summons Application: Rajesh files an application in court stating that he needs a summons for his brother and the surveyor to attend the court hearing. He specifies that his brother will testify about the boundary agreement, and the surveyor will produce the relevant documents.
4. Additional Witnesses: Rajesh realizes he forgot to include a crucial witness, his neighbor who saw the original boundary marking. ...

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