<s>[INST] What is the purpose of filing a written statement in pleadings in India? [/INST] The written statementfiled by the defendantis a response to the plaintiff's plaint. Its primary purpose is to: Deny or admit the allegations made in the plaint. Raise any legal or factual defenses. Present any counterclaims against the plaintiffif applicable. Through the written statementthe defendant outlines their version of the events and their legal position regarding the case. </s>