Where either party dies after the conclusion of the hearing and before the pronouncement of the judgment, then:-
Verified Answer
A. Suit stands abated
B. Suit does not abate
C. Suit does not abate if cause of action survives
D. It will be taken as if the judgment has been pronounced after death
Explanation:
Order XXII Rule 6 of the Civil Procedure Code, 1908, states that there shall be no abatement by reason of the death of either party between the conclusion of the hearing and the pronouncing of the judgment.