The question (15 marks)
Discuss the object and scheme of the Limitation Act 1963. Explain sections 3, 4 and 5, and consider whether the Act bars the remedy or extinguishes the right. (15 marks)
MU Module IV, heads 4.4 to 4.6
Plan your answer on paper before you look at the authorities — issue first, then the rule, then apply it to these facts.
It tests Unit 4 · Receivers, Appeals and the Law of Limitation of Civil Procedure Code 1908 and Limitation Act 1963.
Authorities you will need
- Collector, Land Acquisition, Anantnag v Mst Katiji
- Ravinder Kaur Grewal v Manjeet Kaur
- Limitation Act 1963, ss. 3, 4, 5 and 27
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