Question

A person cannot be a next friend, a guardian of a person if:

• A. He is a minor
• B. He is an opposite party in the suit
• C. He has not given consent in writing
• D. All of the above

Hint:

Guardian/next friend must be competent, impartial, and give consent in writing.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is D

Step 1: Meaning of next friend/guardian.
Under Order 32 CPC, a minor must sue or be sued through a next friend/guardian.

Step 2: Disqualifications.
- A minor cannot be guardian.
- An opposite party cannot represent as guardian.
- Written consent is mandatory; without it, appointment is invalid.

Step 3: Conclusion.
All listed conditions disqualify a person. Correct answer is (D).