The defendant in his answer must set forth fully and particularly the origin, nature, and extent of his claim to the property; and may set forth his rights in the property as a counterclaim and demand affirmative relief.

Source: SL 1903, ch 194 , § 3; SL 1905, ch 81 ; RC 1919, § 2848; Supreme Court Rule 581, 1939; SDC 1939 & Supp 1960, § 37.1507.