Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881 · Chapter II: Of Notes, Billsand Cheques
Section 16: Indorsement ''in blank'' and ''in full''
[(1)] If the indorser signs his name only, the indorsement is said to be "in blank," and if he adds a direction to pay the amount mentioned in the instrument to, or to the order of, a specified person, the indorsement is said to be "in full", and the person so specified
"Indorsee".—is called the “indorsee” of the instrument.
[(2) The provisions of this Act relating to a payee shall apply with the necessary modifications to an indorsee.]
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