Question Scenario
i) Mr. K draws a bill of exchange payable 60 days after sight to Mr.J. Mr. J holds the bill for 30 days before presenting it to Mr. N, the drawee, for acceptance. Mr. N accepts the bill upon presentation. Decide as per the provisions of the Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881, when does the maturity period of the bill commence?\nii) A promissory note is made payable at a specific place on a fixed date. The holder, Mr. Mohan presents the note for payment two days after the due date because of unforeseen circumstances. Decide each of the following as per the provisions of the Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881:\nA) Does the delay in presentation affect Mr. Mohan's right to recover the amount?\nB) Under what circumstances can a delay in presentation be excused according to the Act.