A dishonoured instrument must be returned to the customer within:
A72 hours
B96 hours
C24 hours
D48 hours
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: C. 24 hours
1. Return must be prompt and without delay.
2. An outer limit is fixed all the same.
3. That limit is 24 hours.
_Source: Reserve Bank of India (Commercial Banks - Responsible Business Conduct) Directions, 2025_
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