Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881 · Chapter XIII: S P E C I A L R U L E S O F E V I D E N C E
Section 119: Presumption on proof of protest
In a suit upon an instrument which has been dishonoured, the Court shall, on proof of the protest, presume the fact of dishonour, unless and until such fact is disproved.
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