| Category of Bare Act | Name of the Act | Year of Promulgation |
|---|---|---|
| Criminal Laws | Negotiable Instruments Act | 1881 |
| Act Number | Enactment Date | Chapter Number |
| 26 | 09.12.1881 | 3 |
| Chapter Title | Ministry | Department |
| Parties to Notes, Bills and Cheques | Ministry of Finance | Department of Financial Services |
The drawer of a bill of exchange or cheque is bound in case of dishonour by the drawee or acceptor thereof, to compensate the holder, provided due notice of dishonour has been give to, or received by, the drawer as hereinafter provided.