Rule 16 of CPC : Rule 16: Savings.

Explanation using Example

Example 1:

Scenario: A foreign ruler wants to file a lawsuit in India.

Details: The King of a foreign country, let's call it "Kingdom A," wants to file a lawsuit in India against an Indian company for breach of contract. According to Rule 16 of Order XXXII of the Code of Civil Procedure, 1908, the provisions that apply to suits by or against minors and persons of unsound mind do not apply to the ruler of a foreign state. Therefore, the King of Kingdom A can file the lawsuit in the name of his state without being subject to the special rules that apply to minors or persons of unsound mind.

Outcome: The King of Kingdom A files the lawsuit in the name of his state, and the case proceeds under the general rules of civil procedure, not the special rules for minors or persons of unsound mind.

Example 2:

Scenario: A minor wants to file a lawsuit in a state with specific local laws.

Details: A 16-year-old minor named Rohan wants to file a lawsuit in the state of Maharashtra for a property dispute. Maharashtra has specific local laws that govern how minors can file lawsuits. According to Rule 16 of Order XXXII of the Code of Civil Procedure, 1908, the provisions of Order XXXII do not override any local laws that are in force. Therefore, Rohan must fol...

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