In summary suits (Order XXXVII), the defendant gets only 10 days to enter appearance — much shorter than regular suits. This tight timeline is by design, as summary procedure is meant for quick resolution of straightforward debt/commercial claims.

1. 1 Pick up CPC.
2. 2 Go to Order XXXVII (Summary Procedure).
3. 3 Read Rule 3(1): 'defendant may, at any time within ten days of such service, enter an appearance.'

The text reads: Order XXXVII Rule 3(1): Defendant must enter appearance within 10 days of service in summary procedure.