The question (15 marks)
Discuss the law relating to the amendment of pleadings under Order VI Rule 17 of the Code of Civil Procedure 1908. What is the test, what limits it, and how far do the courts distinguish between amending a plaint and amending a written statement? (15 marks)
MU Module II, head 2.3
Plan your answer on paper before you look at the authorities — issue first, then the rule, then apply it to these facts.
It tests Unit 2 · Of Suits of Civil Procedure Code 1908 and Limitation Act 1963.
Authorities you will need
- Jai Jai Ram Manohar Lal v National Building Material Supply
- M/s Ganesh Trading Co. v Moji Ram
- B.K. Narayana Pillai v Parameswaran Pillai
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