Bharat Barrel & Drum Mfg. Co. v. Amin Chand Payrelal

3 SCC 35Reported decision1999#7831 most cited

What is Bharat Barrel & Drum Mfg. Co. v. Amin Chand Payrelal authority for?

Once the execution of a promissory note or cheque is admitted, a presumption arises that it is supported by consideration. This presumption is rebuttable, and the defendant can prove the non-existence of consideration by raising a probable defense.

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Bharat Barrel & Drum Mfg. Co. v. Amin Chand Payrelal · Section 118(a) of the Act · presumption of consideration · rebuttal of presumption · probable defense · execution of promissory note · execution of cheque

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