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What is the principal subject of Order XVII rule 1 of the Code of Civil Procedure, 1908?

Order XVII rule 1 deals principally with granting time and adjourning the hearing. Its references to witnesses govern how the hearing should continue or proceed when…

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What is the principal subject of Order XVII rule 1 of the Code of Civil Procedure, 1908?

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Order XVII rule 1 deals principally with granting time and adjourning the hearing. Its references to witnesses govern how the hearing should continue or proceed when adjournment is at issue.

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Option A

Order XXXIII deals with suits by indigent persons.

Option B

Order XIX deals with affidavits as its principal subject.

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Order XVIII deals with hearing of suits and examination of witnesses. Order XVII rule 1 refers to witnesses in the context of adjournment.

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The heading and opening provision of Order XVII rule 1 deal with granting time and adjourning the hearing.

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