Order VI of the Code of Civil Procedure, 1908 deals with the pleadings in a civil suit, which include the plaint and the written statement. It provides the general rules regarding how parties must state their claims and defenses in court. The purpose of this Order is to ensure clarity, precision, and proper framing of the issues in dispute so that both the court and the opposing party are fully informed of the facts being asserted.
Order VI emphasizes that pleadings should contain only material facts, not evidence, and should be presented in a concise and orderly manner. This Order, consisting of Rules 1 to 18, is fundamental in guiding the parties to present their case effectively and avoid unnecessary delay or confusion in litigation.
1. What does Order VI of the CPC deal with?
A. Institution of suits
B. Pleadings
C. Framing of issues
D. Appeals
Answer: B. Pleadings
2. Under Order VI, what must pleadings contain?
A. Only material facts
B. Both material facts and evidence
C. Detailed legal arguments
D. The opinion of the pleader
Answer: A. Only material facts
3. Which rule of Order VI mandates that pleadings must be concise?
A. Rule 1
B. Rule 2
C. Rule 3
D. Rule 4
Answer: B. Rule 2
4. Under Order VI, when can pleadings be amended?
A. At any time without conditions
B. Only with the permission of the opposite party
C. With the leave of the court and when it is necessary for determining the real questions in controversy
D. Amendments are not permitted
Answer: C. With the leave of the court and when it is necessary for determining the real questions in controversy
5. What is the consequence of failing to disclose a material fact in pleadings as per Order VI?
A. The pleading is struck off automatically
B. The suit or defense may fail
C. The court imposes a fine
D. The party loses their right to appeal
Answer: B. The suit or defense may fail
6. Order VI Rule 4 applies to: A. General denials in pleadings
B. Pleadings requiring particulars for specific allegations like fraud, undue influence, or misrepresentation
C. Procedural irregularities in filing pleadings
D. Rejection of plaints for lack of jurisdiction
Answer: B. Pleadings requiring particulars for specific allegations like fraud, undue influence, or misrepresentation
7. Under Order VI Rule 10, what must parties do if a contract is central to the suit?
A. Attach a copy of the contract to their pleading
B. Summon the contract in court later
C. Verbally describe the contract during trial
D. File a separate suit for contract verification
Answer: A. Attach a copy of the contract to their pleading
8. Which rule of Order VI specifies that every pleading must be signed and verified?
A. Rule 12
B. Rule 13
C. Rule 14
D. Rule 15
Answer: C. Rule 14
9. What is the purpose of the verification clause under Order VI Rule 15?
A. To confirm the authenticity of the contents of the pleading
B. To give the pleader an opportunity to amend pleadings
C. To authorize the court to proceed ex parte
D. To provide evidence of the defendant’s intention
Answer: A. To confirm the authenticity of the contents of the pleading
10. Order VI Rule 17 governs amendments to pleadings. When can the court refuse such an amendment?
A. If the amendment introduces a new cause of action
B. If the amendment is sought after the trial begins, except under exceptional circumstances
C. If the amendment increases the number of parties in the suit
D. Both A and B
Answer: D. Both A and B