Explanation:

- Order IX of the CPC (Civil Procedure Code) deals with the appearance of parties and consequences of non-appearance.

- Order IX, Rule 2: If the summons is not served due to the plaintiff’s failure to pay the court-ordered fee or postal charges and the suit is not dismissed under Rule 1, the court may dismiss the suit.

- Order IX, Rule 3: If neither party appears when the suit is called for hearing, the court may dismiss the suit.

- Order IX, Rule 8: If the defendant appears but the plaintiff does not, the suit can be dismissed in default.

Correct Answer:

- Option:4- both (b) & (c) (Order IX, Rule 3 and Rule 8 both allow the dismissal of a suit in default).