On default in filing of written statement under Order VIII Rule 10 of CPC pronouncement of judgment ........

Civil Procedure Code (CPC) 1908 Plaint and Written Statement

On default in filing of written statement under Order VIII, Rule 10 of CPC, pronouncement of judgment:

is mandatory

discretionary

- Option 1: Mandatory

- This means that the pronouncement of judgment is required without any exception if there is a default in filing the written statement.

- Option 2: Discretionary

- This suggests that the court has the liberty to decide whether or not to pronounce judgment based on the specific circumstances of each case.

- Option 3: Directory

- This indicates that while it is expected to follow the procedure, deviations may be permitted without major penalties.

- Option 4: Either (a) or (b)

- Offers a choice between treating it as mandatory or discretionary, which implies certain situations could require judgment as per court's decision.

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