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• Order 26 Rule 9 CPC - Appointment and Role of Local Commissioner:
  The rule governs the appointment of local commissioners for demarcation and inspection, emphasizing that their reports are generally to be accepted unless proven otherwise. Courts typically rely on these reports to aid in adjudication, but objections to the report can be raised and are maintainable. For instance, Vijay Kumar's appointment as local commissioner under Order 26 Rule 9 was upheld, and the demarcation report was accepted as a standard practice Balbir Dewan VS Naveen Chander - Punjab and Haryana, Balwinder Singh VS Gurdarshan Singh - Punjab and Haryana.

• Maintainability of Objections to Local Commissioner’s Report:
  Objections to reports under Order 26 Rule 9 are considered maintainable, allowing parties to challenge findings if necessary. This ensures fairness and accuracy in proceedings involving demarcation or inspection Balbir Dewan VS Naveen Chander - Punjab and Haryana.

• High Court Jurisdiction under Articles 226 & 227:
  The Patna High Court, like other High Courts, has jurisdiction under Articles 226 and 227 of the Constitution to quash or modify orders, or to issue writs such as certiorari to correct illegal or improper proceedings. This jurisdiction extends to orders passed under CPC rules, including those relating to civil and administrative matters Vijayanand Puri Son Of Late Keshoram Puri VS Deorani Devi, Wife Of Late Shyam Bihari Lal - Patna.

• Orders and Judgments in Patna High Court:
  The High Court has set aside orders passed by lower courts or tribunals when found to be illegal or unjust, such as setting aside dismissals or remanding cases for proper disposal. For example, orders passed on administrative or civil cases, including those involving the Central Administrative Tribunal, have been challenged and judicially reviewed Mala Devi VS Union Of India - Supreme Court.

• Rejection and Restoration of Applications under CPC Rules:
  The courts have allowed civil revisions and applications under Order 9 Rules 4 and 13 CPC, restoring cases or setting aside dismissals when procedural or legal lapses are identified. This demonstrates the Court’s proactive role in ensuring substantive justice over procedural technicalities Canara Bank VS Urmila Devi - Patna, Purandara Sahu VS Land Acquisition Zone Officer, Talcher Sambalpur - Orissa.

• Proceedings under Order 9 Rule 6 & 13 CPC:
  The courts have clarified that ex parte decrees under Order 9 Rule 6 can be set aside via applications under Order 9 Rule 13, emphasizing procedural safeguards for defendants and ensuring their opportunity to contest judgments Canara Bank, Panjwara Branch VS Urmila Devi - Patna.

• Jurisdiction under Family Court Act & Civil Procedure Code:
  The Patna High Court has examined issues related to jurisdiction under the Family Court Act and CPC, including the applicability of Sections 24, 2(2), 2(9), and Rules like 20 and 4(2). These rulings clarify procedural and substantive aspects of family and civil law matters P. T. Lakshman Kumar VS Bhavani - Madras.

• Suspension of Government Servants & Rule 9(1)(c):
  The legality of suspension orders under Rule 9(1)(c) of Bihar Rules was upheld, affirming the authority of government to suspend employees within legal bounds. The courts scrutinize such orders for legality but generally uphold the executive powers Anand Swarup @ Anand Swaroop Son Of Late Tulsi Sahani VS State Of Bihar - Patna.

• Miscellaneous Judicial Orders & Retired Judges’ Entitlements:
  Orders concerning retired judges, including travelling allowances under Rule 7-C, have been interpreted to ensure proper entitlements and benefits are granted post-retirement, reflecting the Court’s role in safeguarding judicial pensions and allowances JUSTICE NARINDER SINGH RAO VS UNION OF INDIA - Delhi.

• Summary & Conclusion:
  The Patna High Court’s judgments under Order 26 Rule 9 CPC predominantly focus on the appointment of local commissioners, acceptance of their reports, and the maintainability of objections thereto. The Court also exercises its constitutional jurisdiction under Articles 226 and 227 to review, quash, or modify orders, ensuring procedural fairness and legality. Additionally, it adjudicates issues related to civil procedure, administrative orders, and judicial entitlements, emphasizing adherence to legal provisions while safeguarding individual rights.

References:
- Balbir Dewan VS Naveen Chander - Punjab and Haryana, Balwinder Singh VS Gurdarshan Singh - Punjab and Haryana, Vijayanand Puri Son Of Late Keshoram Puri VS Deorani Devi, Wife Of Late Shyam Bihari Lal - Patna, Mala Devi VS Union Of India - Supreme Court, Canara Bank VS Urmila Devi - Patna, Canara Bank, Panjwara Branch VS Urmila Devi - Patna, P. T. Lakshman Kumar VS Bhavani - Madras, Anand Swarup @ Anand Swaroop Son Of Late Tulsi Sahani VS State Of Bihar - Patna, JUSTICE NARINDER SINGH RAO VS UNION OF INDIA - Delhi, Purandara Sahu VS Land Acquisition Zone Officer, Talcher Sambalpur - Orissa