The correct answer is (b).
A representative suit is a suit filed by a person on behalf of a class of persons who have the same or similar interests. The person filing the suit is called the representative plaintiff, and the class of persons represented is called the class.
The Code of Civil Procedure (CPC) governs civil procedure in India. Order 1 Rule 7 of the CPC deals with representative suits. The rule states that a representative suit may be filed by a person on behalf of a class of persons who have the same or similar interests, if the following conditions are satisfied:
- The person filing the suit must have a good cause of action.
- The person filing the suit must be a member of the class.
- The person filing the suit must have the consent of the class.
- The person filing the suit must be able to represent the interests of the class.
If the conditions are satisfied, the court may allow the representative suit to be filed. The court may also appoint a guardian ad litem to represent the interests of the class.
A representative suit is a useful tool for people who have been injured by the same or similar acts of negligence or wrongdoing. It can help to ensure that all of the victims are compensated fairly.
Order 1 Rule 6 of the CPC deals with the joinder of parties. Order 1 Rule 8 of the CPC deals with the sufficiency of the cause of action. Order 1 Rule 9 of the CPC deals with the jurisdiction of the court.