The Court may strike out any matter in any pleading which

Correct option is D

Under Order VI Rule 16 of the Code of Civil Procedure, 1908 (CPC) (and its equivalent provisions in the new laws, if any), the Court has the power to strike out any matter in a pleading that:

1. May prejudice, embarrass, or delay the fair trial of the suit.
2. Is unnecessary, scandalous, frivolous, or vexatious.
3. Constitutes an abuse of the process of the court.

This ensures that the pleadings remain relevant, concise, and appropriate, avoiding any content that could obstruct justice or the trial process.