The Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881
Section 131HHolder’s right of recourse against drawn and indorsers
In force
Part IV
Chapter XV SPECIAL PROVISIONS RELATING TO BILLS OF EXCHANGE
s. 131H
131H. Holder’s right of recourse against drawn and indorsers Subject to the provisions of this Act, when a bill of exchange is dishonoured by non-acceptance, an immediate right of recourse against the drawer and indorsers accrues, to the holder, and no presentment for payment is necessary. [Holder may refuse qualified acceptance] 131-I. The holder of a bill of exchange may refuse to take a qualified acceptance, and if he does not obtain an unqualified acceptance, may treat the bill as dishonoured by non-acceptance.]