Interrogatories are governed by which rule?

• A. Rule 26
• B. Rule 34
• C. Rule 33
• D. Rule 36

Answer: (C)

Interrogatories are the formal written questions directed to a party to obtain factual information, and they are governed by Rule 33 of the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure. This rule sets how many you can serve (generally up to 25, including all subparts, unless the court orders otherwise), that the answers must be sworn and signed and served within a specified time (usually 30 days), and the allowed objections (such as privilege or burden). Interrogatories are used specifically to elicit facts from the other party in a case, as opposed to documents or admissions, which are covered by other rules. Rule 34 governs production of documents, Rule 36 covers requests for admission, and Rule 26 provides the general framework for discovery.