In which situation will a court not issue summons for personal appearance to the defendant?
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Order V Rule 4 sets distance limits for personal appearance: within local limits, or within 50 miles, or within 200 miles if public transport is available. 250 miles exceeds all limits — so the court cannot compel personal appearance, though it can still issue summons for appearance through pleader.
The text reads: Order V Rule 4: No personal appearance required if defendant resides beyond 200 miles (with public conveyance) from the court.