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    Question

      After the institution of a suit, a new defendant is

    substituted. The suit is deemed to have been instituted as regards him :
    A When he was made a party Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B When the suit was instituted Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Fresh period of limitation to be reckoned Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D On any date which the party recommends Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Section 21 of the Limitation Act Effect of substituting or adding new plaintiff or defendant.— (1) Where after the institution of a suit, a new plaintiff or defendant is substituted or added, the suit shall, as regards him, be deemed to have been instituted when he was so made a party.

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