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What is the main subject of Order I rule 8 of the Code of Civil Procedure, 1908?

Order I rule 8 allows one or more persons to sue or defend on behalf of others with the same interest, subject to the court's permission or direction and the rule's notice…

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What is the main subject of Order I rule 8 of the Code of Civil Procedure, 1908?

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Order I rule 8 allows one or more persons to sue or defend on behalf of others with the same interest, subject to the court's permission or direction and the rule's notice requirements.

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Option A

The general power to add or strike out parties is in rule 10(2).

Option B

Rule 8 allows representative litigation when numerous persons have the same interest in one suit.

Option C

Rule 9 addresses misjoinder and nonjoinder.

Option D

Rule 10(1) addresses the substitution or addition of the proper plaintiff where the suit was brought in the wrong name.

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