(1.) This appeal, by the only plaintiff, is from a judgment of the learned Special Subordinate Judge, Ranchi, who set aside the decree of the trial Judge, in favour of the plaintiff, and, dismissed his suit.
(2.) The appeal in this Court has stood dismissed, as against defendants-respondents 4, 5, 6, 8, 11, 13 and 14.
(3.) The sole question, now, for determination, is, whether the appeal, in their absence, is competent?