Q1: 1. What is the primary purpose of Section 95 of the Negotiable Instruments Act 1881?

• A) A) To define the term "notice of dishonour"
• B) B) To outline the consequences of dishonouring a negotiable instrument
• C) C) To specify the obligation of the party receiving a dishonoured instrument
• D) D) To regulate the issuance of promissory notes

Q2: Correct answer: C) To specify the obligation of the party receiving a dishonoured instrument

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Q3: 2. In a real-life scenario, if a party fails to transmit notice of dishonour as required by Section 95, what potential legal consequences might they face?

• A) A) Civil penalties
• B) B) Criminal charges
• C) C) Contract termination
• D) D) Fine imposed by the bank

Q4: Correct answer: A) Civil penalties

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Q5: 3. Who is responsible for transmitting the notice of dishonour according to Section 95 of the Negotiable Instruments Act 1881?

• A) A) Drawee
• B) B) Drawer
• C) C) Payee
• D) D) Endorser

Q6: Correct answer: A) Drawee

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Q7: 4. If the party receiving a dishonoured negotiable instrument fails to transmit notice of dishonour, which of the following parties is directly affected?

• A) A) The drawer
• B) B) The payee
• C) C) The endorser
• D) D) The holder in due course

Q8: Correct answer: C) The endorser

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Q9: 5. In the context of the Negotiable Instruments Act 1881, what is the significance of transmitting notice of dishonour?

• A) A) To inform the bank
• B) B) To initiate legal proceedings
• C) C) To hold the parties liable
• D) D) To preserve the rights of the holder

Q10: Correct answer: D) To preserve the rights of the holder

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Q11: 6. What happens if the party receiving a dishonoured instrument fails to transmit notice of dishonour within a reasonable time?

• A) A) The instrument becomes void
• B) B) The drawer is absolved of liability
• C) C) The endorser loses their rights
• D) D) The holder loses their right of recourse

Q12: Correct answer: D) The holder loses their right of recourse

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Q13: 7. Which of the following is NOT a valid reason for the delay in transmitting notice of dishonour under Section 95?

• A) A) Inadequate postage
• B) B) Unforeseen circumstances
• C) C) Negligence of the holder
• D) D) Bank holiday

Q14: Correct answer: C) Negligence of the holder

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Q15: 8. How does the requirement of transmitting notice of dishonour benefit the parties involved in a negotiable instrument transaction?

• A) A) Ensures prompt payment
• B) B) Prevents fraud
• C) C) Avoids legal disputes
• D) D) Expedites the negotiation process

Q16: Correct answer: B) Prevents fraud

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Q17: 9. Which party is most likely to suffer financial losses if notice of dishonour is not transmitted promptly?

• A) A) The drawer
• B) B) The payee
• C) C) The endorser
• D) D) The holder in due course

Q18: Correct answer: C) The endorser

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Q19: 10. What action should a party take upon receiving a dishonoured negotiable instrument in accordance with Section 95?

• A) A) Return the instrument to the drawer
• B) B) Destroy the instrument
• C) C) Transmit notice of dishonour to the appropriate parties
• D) D) Ignore the dishonour and keep the instrument

Q20: Correct answer: C) Transmit notice of dishonour to the appropriate parties

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Q21: 11. In a scenario where the party receiving a dishonoured instrument delays transmitting notice of dishonour, what impact does this have on the rights of subsequent holders?

• A) A) Subsequent holders lose their rights against prior parties
• B) B) Subsequent holders gain additional rights
• C) C) Subsequent holders are not affected
• D) D) Subsequent holders can claim compensation from the bank

Q22: Correct answer: A) Subsequent holders lose their rights against prior parties

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Q23: 12. What steps can a party take to ensure compliance with the requirements of Section 95 regarding notice of dishonour?

• A) A) Obtain legal advice
• B) B) Keep detailed records of all transactions
• C) C) Establish a notification protocol
• D) D) Ignore the dishonour altogether

Q24: Correct answer: C) Establish a notification protocol

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Q25: 13. How does the obligation to transmit notice of dishonour under Section 95 contribute to the overall efficiency of negotiable instrument transactions?

• A) A) Speeds up the negotiation process
• B) B) Reduces the risk of default
• C) C) Minimizes legal disputes
• D) D) Ensures transparency in financial transactions

Q26: Correct answer: B) Reduces the risk of default

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Q27: 14. What role does notice of dishonour play in holding parties accountable for their actions in negotiable instrument transactions?

• A) A) Establishes criminal liability
• B) B) Facilitates civil lawsuits
• C) C) Imposes financial penalties
• D) D) Preserves legal rights and remedies

Q28: Correct answer: D) Preserves legal rights and remedies

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Q29: 15. Which party in a negotiable instrument transaction is primarily responsible for ensuring that notice of dishonour is transmitted in a timely manner?

• A) A) The drawer
• B) B) The payee
• C) C) The endorser
• D) D) The drawee

Q30: Correct answer: D) The drawee

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Q31: 16. If a party receives a dishonoured instrument and fails to transmit notice of dishonour, what effect does this have on the liability of the other parties involved?

• A) A) Increases their liability
• B) B) Absolves them of liability
• C) C) Shifts liability to the bank
• D) D) Extends the negotiation period

Q32: Correct answer: A) Increases their liability

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Q33: 17. What legal recourse is available to a party if they do not receive notice of dishonour as required by Section 95?

• A) A) File a complaint with the police
• B) B) Seek damages in court
• C) C) Report the incident to the bank
• D) D) Ignore the dishonour and move on

Q34: Correct answer: B) Seek damages in court

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Q35: 18. How does the timely transmission of notice of dishonour protect the interests of the parties involved in negotiable instrument transactions?

• A) A) Prevents unauthorized endorsement
• B) B) Avoids disputes over payment
• C) C) Ensures compliance with tax regulations
• D) D) Facilitates early redemption of the instrument

Q36: Correct answer: B) Avoids disputes over payment

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Q37: 19. What factors should a party consider when determining what constitutes a reasonable time for transmitting notice of dishonour under Section 95?

• A) A) The distance between parties
• B) B) The method of communication used
• C) C) The complexity of the transaction
• D) D) The financial status of the parties

Q38: Correct answer: B) The method of communication used

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Q39: 20. In a situation where a party is unable to transmit notice of dishonour due to unforeseen circumstances, what actions can they take to mitigate the impact?

• A) A) Inform the bank immediately
• B) B) Seek legal advice
• C) C) Document the reasons for the delay
• D) D) Ignore the dishonour and move on

Q40: Correct answer: C) Document the reasons for the delay

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Q41: 21. How does the requirement to transmit notice of dishonour promote transparency and accountability in negotiable instrument transactions?

• A) A) Enables parties to track payment history
• B) B) Prevents unauthorized alterations
• C) C) Facilitates audit trails
• D) D) Protects against currency fluctuations

Q42: Correct answer: A) Enables parties to track payment history

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Q43: 22. What steps can a party take to verify that notice of dishonour has been transmitted as required under Section 95?

• A) A) Request a confirmation receipt
• B) B) Contact the bank directly
• C) C) File a complaint with the regulator
• D) D) Ignore the dishonour and proceed with the transaction

Q44: Correct answer: A) Request a confirmation receipt

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Q45: 23. In a case where multiple parties are involved in a negotiable instrument transaction, who bears the ultimate responsibility for ensuring compliance with Section 95 regarding notice of dishonour?

• A) A) The issuing bank
• B) B) The regulatory authority
• C) C) The party closest to the drawee
• D) D) The legal counsel representing all parties

Q46: Correct answer: C) The party closest to the drawee

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Q47: 24. How does the transmission of notice of dishonour under Section 95 affect the reputation and credibility of the parties involved in negotiable instrument transactions?

• A) A) Enhances their financial standing
• B) B) Demonstrates ethical business practices
• C) C) Reduces the likelihood of legal disputes
• D) D) Provides a competitive advantage

Q48: Correct answer: B) Demonstrates ethical business practices

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Q49: 25. What recourse is available to a party if they believe they have been unjustly penalized for failing to transmit notice of dishonour under Section 95?

• A) A) Appeal to the banking ombudsman
• B) B) Request a waiver from the central bank
• C) C) File a complaint with the police
• D) D) Ignore the penalty and continue with the transaction

Q50: Correct answer: A) Appeal to the banking ombudsman

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