Interpleader Act, 1841, 8 of 1841 (Rep., Act 10 of 1877)

Section III

Repealed or not in force · As amended up to 2026-08

III. And it is hereby enacted, that if such third party shall not appear upon such rule or order to maintain or relinquish his claim, being duly served therewith, or shall neglect ACT No. VIII. OF 1841. neglect or refuse to comply with any rule or order to be made after appearance, it shall be lawful for the Court or Judge to declare such third party, and all persons claiming by, from, or under him to be for ever barred from prosecuting his claim against the original Defendant, his Executors or Administrators; saving nevertheless the right or claim of such third party against the Plaintiff; and thereupon to make such order between such Defendant and the Plaintiff, as to costs or other matters, as may appear just and reasonable.

Source: India Code