After getting the Section 138 demand notice, the drawer has to pay within:
A15 days
B7 days
C30 days
D45 days
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: A. 15 days
The offence is complete only if the drawer fails to pay within fifteen days of receiving the notice.
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