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    Where a judgement-debtor has, by fraud or force,

    prevented the execution of a decree or order within the period of limitation, the court may, on the application of judgement-creditor extend the period for execution of the decree or order as per provisions of Section 17 (2) of Limitation Act 1963, provided that such application is made:
    A Within six months from the date of the discovery of the fraud Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Within one year from the date of the discovery of the fraud Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Within two years from the date of the discovery of the fraud Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Within three years from the date of the discovery of the fraud Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Limitation Act: Section 17 (2) Where a judgment-debtor has, by fraud or force, prevented the execution of a decree or order within the period of limitation, the court may, on the application of the judgment-creditor made after the expiry of the said period extend the period for execution of the decree or order: Provided that such application is made within one year from the date of the discovery of the fraud or the cessation of force, as the case may be.

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