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Affidavit in Support (Order XIX CPC)
Civil Procedure & Litigation Mechanics
Definition
A formal, sworn written statement of facts voluntarily made under oath or affirmation before an authorized oath commissioner, notary public, or court registrar, used to substantiate facts stated in interlocutory applications and chief examinations.
Example
Along with an application seeking the appointment of a court receiver, the plaintiff files a sworn affidavit in support deposing that the defendant was seen removing commercial manufacturing units from the factory floor at midnight.