OS No.174/2018

Case between Renuka CK vs Nijith Lal regarding exparte decree

Court

COURT OF THE PRINCIPAL MUNSIFF-I, KOZHIKODE

Judge

Smt.Meera John K

Order Date

2025-10-10

Duration

Case Closed

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Case Summary

Renuka CK, the petitioner, filed a petition to set aside an exparte decree passed against her. The respondent, Nijith Lal, contended that Renuka was aware of the proceedings as she was represented by a legal aid counsel.

Judgment Outcome

Judgment Favored

Defendant

Relief Granted

Case Type

RPIA

Final Judgment

The petition to set aside the exparte decree was dismissed by the court.

Key Reasoning:
The petitioner's claim of being unaware of the proceedings was not supported by sufficient evidence, as a legal counsel was appointed to represent her.

Why Defendant Won:
The petitioner's claim of being unaware of the proceedings was not supported by sufficient evidence, as a legal counsel was appointed to represent her.

Supporting Evidence

However, it is pertinent to note that though all those contentions are taken from the side of the petitioner, no evidence was adduced from her side to prove the said aspect.

Judgment Evidence:

In the result, RPIA 33/25 and IA 1/25 are dismissed.

Parties Involved

Parties

Party Role: Plaintiff
Party Name: Nijith Lal
Relation: S/o.

Party Role: Defendant
Party Name: Renuka CK
Relation: W/o.

Plaintiffs Documents

Defendants Documents

Advocates

Party Role: Defendant
Advocate Name: MV Sajeevan
Appearance Type: Main Counsel

Party Role: Plaintiff
Advocate Name: Sri. PK Soman
Appearance Type: Main Counsel

Reliefs

Relief Type: Other

Outcome: Rejected

Description:

Petition filed to set aside the ex parte decree and to condone the delay.

Evidence: