As of 7 November 2026, under Article 59 of the Limitation Act, 1963, what is the prescribed period for…
Article 59 of the Limitation Act prescribes three years for cancellation or setting aside an instrument or decree, or rescission of a contract. Time begins when the facts…
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As of 7 November 2026, under Article 59 of the Limitation Act, 1963, what is the prescribed period for a suit to cancel or set aside an instrument or decree, or for rescission of a contract?
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Correct answer A
Article 59 of the Limitation Act prescribes three years for cancellation or setting aside an instrument or decree, or rescission of a contract. Time begins when the facts entitling the plaintiff to that relief first become known to the plaintiff.
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Option A
Three years is the period prescribed by Article 59.
Option B
One year is not the Article 59 period.
Option C
Twelve years is not the Article 59 period.
Option D
Thirty years is not the Article 59 period.
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