Case Law Analysis
|Madhya Pradesh High Court
Order XVI Rules 1 & 4 CPC | Right to Lead Evidence Must Be Protected Despite Witness Non-Appearance After Court-Issued Warrant: MP HC Gwalior
The Madhya Pradesh High Court ruled that claimants cannot be penalized for witness non-appearance after summons and bailable warrants were issued, reinforcing the right to a fair opportunity to present evidence. The decision underscores that procedural fairness mandates granting another chance to lead evidence, even if the witness fails to appear despite court directives.