Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881–Sec. 143-A–Right of cross-examination of witness was denied on the ground of failure in deposit of 20% interim compensation–Justification–If a statute prescribes a method of modality for exercise of power, by necessary implication, the other method of performance are not acceptable–Impugned order is suffering from an inherent infirmity and illegality–Set aside and complaint restored.
