Question

On failure to file a written statement, under Order VIII Rule 10 of CPC, the Court may

• A. Pass any other order
• B. Order for striking off the decree
• C. May pronounce the judgement at once
• D. Any of the above

Hint:

Under Order VIII Rule 10 of CPC, the court has discretion to take any action including striking off the defense or pronouncing judgment.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is D

Step 1: Understanding Order VIII Rule 10 of CPC.
Order VIII Rule 10 of the Civil Procedure Code allows the court to take action if the defendant fails to file the written statement. This may include passing any order, striking off the defense, or even pronouncing judgment if the situation warrants.

Step 2: Explanation of Other Options.
- (a) The court has the discretion to pass any order based on the circumstances, such as compelling the defendant to file the statement. - (b) The court may strike off the defense for failure to file the written statement. - (c) The court may pronounce judgment at once if the situation requires it.

Step 3: Conclusion.
Since any of the options may occur under Order VIII Rule 10, the correct answer is (d).