Here’s the next set of questions from 21 to 50.
- What is the limitation period for filing a suit for specific performance of a contract?
a) 1 year
b) 3 years
c) 5 years
d) 12 years
Answer: b) 3 years
Explanation: As per Article 54 of the Limitation Act, the limitation period for filing a suit for specific performance of a contract is three years from the date fixed for performance or when the plaintiff first notices the refusal.
- Which section of the Limitation Act provides for the effect of fraud or mistake on the limitation period?
a) Section 5
b) Section 10
c) Section 17
d) Section 18
Answer: c) Section 17
Explanation: Section 17 of the Limitation Act states that in cases of fraud or mistake, the limitation period begins only after the fraud or mistake is discovered.
- The limitation period for filing a suit relating to a declaration of status or right is:
a) 1 year
b) 3 years
c) 6 years
d) No specific time limit
Answer: d) No specific time limit
Explanation: The Limitation Act does not prescribe any specific time limit for filing suits related to declarations of status or rights.
- What is the time limit for a tenant to recover possession of property after wrongful eviction by the landlord?
a) 1 year
b) 3 years
c) 6 years
d) 12 years
Answer: b) 3 years
Explanation: As per Article 113 of the Limitation Act, the tenant has three years to file a suit for recovering possession after wrongful eviction.
- When does the period of limitation restart after a written acknowledgment of liability is made?
a) From the date the liability arose
b) From the date of acknowledgment
c) From the date of filing the suit
d) From the date of contract formation
Answer: b) From the date of acknowledgment
Explanation: Under Section 18 of the Limitation Act, the period of limitation restarts from the date of acknowledgment of liability in writing.
- Which article governs the limitation period for suits relating to contracts not otherwise provided for in the Limitation Act?
a) Article 54
b) Article 113
c) Article 58
d) Article 110
Answer: b) Article 113
Explanation: Article 113 applies to suits relating to contracts not otherwise specifically provided for and prescribes a limitation period of three years.
- Under Section 6 of the Limitation Act, which of the following conditions does NOT stop the limitation period from running?
a) Minority
b) Insanity
c) Imprisonment
d) Unsoundness of mind
Answer: c) Imprisonment
Explanation: Imprisonment does not stop the limitation period from running. Only conditions like minority, insanity, or unsoundness of mind prevent the limitation from starting.
- The time limit for filing a suit for compensation for libel or slander is:
a) 1 year
b) 2 years
c) 3 years
d) 5 years
Answer: a) 1 year
Explanation: As per Article 75 of the Limitation Act, the limitation period for filing a suit for libel or slander is one year from the date the defamatory act is committed.
- In cases of continuing breach of contract, the limitation period:
a) Starts from the first breach
b) Is extended indefinitely
c) Starts from the last breach
d) Is calculated as per court discretion
Answer: c) Starts from the last breach
Explanation: For continuing breaches, the limitation period begins from the date of the last breach as provided under the Limitation Act.
- The limitation period for a suit by a legal representative of a deceased person to recover debts is:
a) 3 years
b) 6 years
c) 12 years
d) No limitation
Answer: a) 3 years
Explanation: The legal representative must file the suit within three years from the date the debt becomes due or from the date of death, whichever is applicable.
- Under the Limitation Act, 1963, the effect of acknowledgment of liability under a signature is addressed in:
a) Section 12
b) Section 17
c) Section 18
d) Section 14
Answer: c) Section 18
Explanation: Section 18 states that a written and signed acknowledgment of liability restarts the limitation period from the date of acknowledgment.
- What is the limitation period for filing a suit to set aside a decree obtained by fraud?
a) 1 year
b) 3 years
c) 6 years
d) No limitation
Answer: b) 3 years
Explanation: As per Section 17 of the Limitation Act, the period of limitation begins when the fraud is discovered, and the suit must be filed within three years from the date of discovery.
- Under the Limitation Act, what is the limitation period for filing a suit for accounts by a partner in a dissolved partnership?
a) 1 year
b) 3 years
c) 6 years
d) 12 years
Answer: b) 3 years
Explanation: Article 5 of the Limitation Act specifies that the limitation period for filing a suit for accounts by a partner is three years from the date of dissolution.
- The limitation period for claiming arrears of rent is:
a) 3 years
b) 6 years
c) 12 years
d) No limitation
Answer: a) 3 years
Explanation: Article 52 of the Limitation Act prescribes three years for claiming arrears of rent from the due date.
- The doctrine of “Act of God” extends the limitation period under which section?
a) Section 4
b) Section 5
c) Section 10
d) None; it does not extend limitation
Answer: d) None; it does not extend limitation
Explanation: The doctrine of “Act of God” does not extend the limitation period under the Limitation Act. However, sufficient cause (Section 5) may be argued for condonation.
- When is a suit considered barred by limitation?
a) When it is filed within time
b) When the defendant agrees to condone the delay
c) When it is filed beyond the limitation period without sufficient cause
d) When the plaintiff withdraws the suit
Answer: c) When it is filed beyond the limitation period without sufficient cause
Explanation: A suit filed beyond the prescribed limitation period without sufficient cause is considered barred by limitation.
- Under the Limitation Act, in case of disability due to minority or insanity, when does the limitation period commence?
a) Immediately
b) After the disability ceases
c) From the court order
d) From the defendant’s acknowledgment
Answer: b) After the disability ceases
Explanation: Section 6 provides that the limitation period starts once the disability, such as minority or insanity, ceases.
- What is the limitation period for filing a suit for compensation for malicious prosecution?
a) 1 year
b) 2 years
c) 3 years
d) 6 years
Answer: a) 1 year
Explanation: As per Article 74 of the Limitation Act, the limitation period for filing a suit for malicious prosecution is one year from the date the prosecution terminates.
- What happens when the last day of the limitation period falls on a court holiday?
a) The suit cannot be filed
b) The limitation period is extended to the next working day
c) The suit must be filed before the holiday
d) The court may decide on an extension
Answer: b) The limitation period is extended to the next working day
Explanation: Section 4 of the Limitation Act provides that if the limitation period ends on a holiday, the suit can be filed on the next working day.
- The limitation period for filing a suit for possession of immovable property by a mortgagee is:
a) 3 years
b) 12 years
c) 30 years
d) 60 years
Answer: c) 30 years
Explanation: As per Article 61 of the Limitation Act, the limitation period for filing such suits is 30 years from the date the right to redeem arises.