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vogo   13 March 2025

Rectify amendment created 6 months through court error?

1.My uncle has filed partition suit.He then filed amendment (I.A.1) seeking declaration of civil death of my missing aunt. 
2.We filed objection stating this declaration is not in scope of this suit.
3.Before the amendment I.A was heard,he then filed I.A (I.A.2) to implead Municipal authority.
4.Judge heard the impleading application even while amendment I.A.1 was pending hearing.He allowed the impleading application erroneously stating the declaration of civil death was in plaint. His order states plaint to be amended to implead muncipal authority.Actually that amendment (I.A.1) has not been heard.
5.During this time I had to change advocates and so did not check the amendment filed.
5.Meanwhile my uncle filed another I.A (I.A.3) on legal heirs of another uncle was heard and again the amendment I.A.1 was still pending
6.Now I have a bew advocate. We accessed the amended plaint it has the muncipal authority as party and declaration of civil death. But this declaration of civil death amendment has  not ben heard and hence should not be in plaint.
7.My new advocate says we cannot do anything about the amendment.

This amendment has been done due to fatual error of Judge in stating declration of civil death is in the plaint when its actually in an amendment I.A.1 which has not been heard. Also the amendment of plaint due to order of I.A.2is only to implead and hence the declaration is not in scope of that order.

Can the erroneous amendment be rectified? A different matter-legal heirs hasbeen heard after that amendment but it is not impacted by the errorneous amendment.



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Rama chary Rachakonda (Secunderabad/Telangana state Highcourt practice watsapp no.9989324294 )     13 March 2025

Rectifying the erroneous amendment is possible, but it requires careful consideration and strategic action. Here's a step-by-step approach: Immediate Action: 1. *File a Miscellaneous Application*: Your advocate should file a miscellaneous application (I.A.) to bring the issue to the court's attention. 2. *Highlight the Error*: Clearly explain the error in the court's previous order, which led to the erroneous amendment. Grounds for Rectification: 1. *Error Apparent on Record*: The court's error in stating that the declaration of civil death was in the plaint, when it was actually in the pending amendment I.A.1, is an error apparent on record. 2. *No Hearing of Amendment I.A.1*: Emphasize that amendment I.A.1 was not heard before the court allowed I.A.2, which led to the erroneous amendment. Prayer: 1. *Rectification of Amendment*: Request the court to rectify the amendment by removing the declaration of civil death, as it was not part of the original plaint and was not heard as part of amendment I.A.1. 2. *Restoration of Original Plaint*: Pray for the restoration of the original plaint, without the erroneous amendment. Supporting Documents: 1. *Original Plaint*: Attach a copy of the original plaint to demonstrate that the declaration of civil death was not part of it. 2. *Amendment I.A.1*: Attach a copy of amendment I.A.1 to show that it was pending and not heard. 3. *Court Orders*: Attach copies of the relevant court orders, including the one allowing I.A.2, to highlight the error. Hearing and Argument: 1. *Oral Arguments*: Your advocate should present oral arguments highlighting the error, the grounds for rectification, and the prayer for rectification. 2. *Court's Discretion*: The court has the discretion to rectify the error and restore the original plaint. Consult with your advocate to ensure that the miscellaneous application is drafted and presented effectively, highlighting the error and the grounds for rectification.

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P. Venu (Advocate)     13 March 2025

What is the Case No? Which Court?

T. Kalaiselvan, Advocate (Advocate)     13 March 2025

To rectify an error in a court order within an Interlocutory Application (IA), you should identify the mistake, gather evidence, and file a rectification application with the court, requesting a hearing if necessary.

: Obtain a certified copy of the court order containing the error.

If the error involves a specific document or fact, gather any relevant documents to support your claim.

Include all the evidence you have gathered to support your claim of an error in your petition.

In your application, clearly state the nature of the error and the specific part of the order that needs correction. 

File a rectification application. Refer to Section 152 of the Code of Civil Procedure (CPC) for correcting clerical or arithmetical mistakes, and Section 151 for general inherent powers of the court.

vogo   19 March 2025

@Rama chary: Thank u for the detailed response. I will inform my advocate accordingly.

 

@T.Kalasaivan: I wastold 152 was only for  clerical errors. Here it is a factual error. Can it still be used?

thank you for the replies, I now feel more clear of the situation

 


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