Parties to appear before Commissioner
Full Text
(1) Where a commission is issued under this Order, the Court shall direct that the parties to the suit shall appear before the Commissioner in person or by their agents or pleaders.
(2) Where all or any of the parties do not so appear, the Commissioner may proceed in their absence.
Plain English Summary
Mandates judicial direction for parties to appear before the commissioner personally or through counsel, empowering the commissioner to proceed ex parte under sub-rule (2) if a party fails to appear despite due service of notice.
Key Legal Elements
- Mandatory Appearance Direction: Court order issuing commission must expressly direct appearance of parties.
- Representation: Personal appearance, authorized recognized agent, or advocate.
- Ex Parte Power (Sub-rule 2): Commissioner can conduct the spot inspection or examination in absentia if proper notice was served.
Practical Note
Service of Prior Notice is Sine Qua Non: 1. Notice Mandatory: An ex-parte commissioner report executed without serving advance written notice specifying date and time to all parties is illegal and will be quashed by the court. 2. Panchanama of Service: Ensure the commissioner obtains written endorsements of service or sends registered speed post/WhatsApp notices with proof before visiting the spot.
हिंदी पाठ
(1) जहां इस आदेश के अधीन कोई कमीशन निकाला जाता है, वहां न्यायालय यह निदेश देगा कि वाद के पक्षकार स्वयं अथवा अपने अभिकर्ताओं या प्लीडरों द्वारा कमिश्नर के समक्ष उपस्थित होंगे।
(2) जहां सभी या कोई भी पक्षकार इस प्रकार उपस्थित नहीं होते हैं, वहां कमिश्नर उनकी अनुपस्थिति में कार्यवाही (एकपक्षीय कार्यवाही) कर सकेगा।