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Section 15: Dismissal of petition or suit plaint if summons not served within six months

Tamil Nadu Family Courts (Procedure) Rules, 1996.Central Rules · 1984

If, on account of the default of the petitioner, the summons is not served within six'months from the date of filing of the petition or application, the Court shall, unless good cause is shown, dismiss the petition or suit plaint or application. Such dismissal shall be notified on the notice board by the Chief Ministerial Officers.

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ActTamil Nadu Family Courts (Procedure) Rules, 1996.
Section15
Marginal noteDismissal of petition or suit plaint if summons not served within six months
JurisdictionCentral
StatusIn force as published by the source

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