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What is the nature of the duty to dismiss a time-barred proceeding under section 3(1) of the Limitation Act, 1963, subject to sections 4 to 24?

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What is the nature of the duty to dismiss a time-barred proceeding under section 3(1) of the Limitation Act, 1963, subject to sections 4 to 24?

  1. Mandatory

  2. Directory

  3. Discretionary

  4. Optional

Answer and explanation

Correct answer: A - Mandatory

Section 3(1) requires dismissal of a suit, appeal or application filed after the prescribed period, subject to sections 4 to 24. The court applies the bar even where limitation has not been set up as a defence.

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