# The Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881, Section 137: Presumption as to foreign law

- Act: The Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881 (Act 26 of 1881)
- In force from: 1882-03-01
- Ministry: Ministry of Finance
- Source URL: https://indiacode.ecourtsindia.com/ni-act/section/137/

## Text

The law of any foreign country 1*** regarding promissory notes, bills of exchange and cheques shall be presumed to be the same as that of 2 [India], unless and until the contrary is proved.

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