M.P Civil Jugde Pre Exam 1998

If in any case in which the defendant sets up counter-claim, the suit of the plaintiff is stayed, discontinued or dismissed the counter claim-

Verified Answer
A. Shall be stayed
B. Nevertheless be proceeded with
C. May be continued with the leave of High Court
D. No specific provision

Explanation:

Order VIII Rule 6D of the Civil Procedure Code (CPC) states that if in any case in which the defendant sets up a counter-claim, the suit of the plaintiff is stayed, discontinued or dismissed, the counter-claim may nevertheless be proceeded with.