Dwarika Prasad (D) Vs Prithvi Raj Singh 2024 INSC 1030 – Order IX Rule 13 CPC – Counsel’s Fault

Code of Civil Procedure 1908 – Order IX Rule 13 – Courts should not shut out cases on mere technicalities but rather afford opportunity to both sides and thrash out the matter on merits. Further, we cannot let the party suffer due to negligent or fault committed by their counsel. (Para 9) The procedure cannot stand in the way of achieving just and fair outcome. (Para 12)