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Mr. Iyer, a company secretary, is to argue a company petition. Which preparation step best reflects the essential skill of mastering the facts of the case?

Preparing a chronology of events with references to the documents on record best shows mastery of the facts. It enables accurate answers to the bench and a coherent narrative, unlike memorising the prayer, arguing only theory or delegating study of annexures.

  1. APreparing a chronology of events with document references to the recordCorrect
  2. BMemorising only the prayer clause of the petition
  3. CDrafting a submission that covers only legal theory
  4. DLeaving the study of annexures to the client's staff

Explanation

A chronology tied to documents on record lets the advocate answer factual questions accurately and present a coherent story. Knowing only the prayer or only the law leaves gaps. Delegating study of annexures leaves the advocate unable to respond when the bench asks.

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