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The Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881

( ACT NO. XXVI OF 1881 )

Chapter II

OF NOTES, BILLS AND CHEQUES

Where amount is stated differently in figures and words
18. If the amount undertaken or ordered to be paid is stated differently in figures and in words, the amount stated in words shall be the amount undertaken or ordered to be paid:
 
 
 
 
Provided that if the words, are ambiguous or uncertain, the amount may be ascertained by referring to the figures.

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