Under Order XXVII rule 1 of the Code of Civil Procedure, 1908, who signs a plaint on behalf of a State Government when it brings a suit?
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Under Order XXVII rule 1 of the Code of Civil Procedure, 1908, who signs a plaint on behalf of a State Government when it brings a suit?
The Governor by virtue of holding office
The Chief Minister by virtue of holding office
The Chief Secretary by virtue of holding office
A person the Government appoints for the purpose
Answer and explanation
Order XXVII rule 1 requires a person appointed by the Government by general or special order to sign its pleading. The Government's pleading is a plaint when it brings the suit and a written statement when it defends.
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