A', 'B', 'C', 'D' and 'E' are jointly severally liable for Rs. 2,53,000/- under a decree obtained by 'F'. 'A' obtains a decree for Rs. 2,00,000/- against 'F' singly and applies for execution to the Court in which the joint decree is being executed. The Court has to:
A. If 'F' opts to treat his joint decree against 'A' , 'B', 'C', 'D' and 'E' as a cross-decree, record satisfaction to the extent of Rs. 2,00,000/- of the joint decree for Rs. 2,53,000/- and proceed with the execution only of the decree in favour of 'F' for remaining Rs. 53,000/- against 'A', 'B', 'C', 'D' and 'E'
B. Proceed simultaneously with execution of both the decrees
C. Ask 'A' to separately apply for execution of his decree against 'F'
D. Record satisfaction of the joint decree of Rs. 2,53,000/- only to the extent of 1/5th amount thereof against 'A' and proceed with execution of joint decree for the balance amount against 'B', 'C', 'D' and 'E'
Answer: Option A
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