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    Question

    As per section 17 of the Limitation Act what is the time

    period for the application to be made by the judgment-creditor for extending the period of execution of the decree or order by the Court?
    A One year from the date of the discovery of the fraud or the cessation of force, as the case may be Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Two years from the date of the discovery of the fraud or the cessation of force, as the case may be Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Seven years from the date of the discovery of the fraud or the cessation of force, as the case may be Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Twelve years from the date of the discovery of the fraud or the cessation of force, as the case may be Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E None of the above Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    17. Effect of fraud or mistake: (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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