Indra Kumar Patodia & Anr. vs. Reliance Industries Ltd. & Ors. (SC)

Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881–Secs. 138 & 142–Whether the complaint must necessarily be signed by the complainant ?–Held, no–However, the complaint must be in writing and at the time of taking cognizance, the Magistrate will examine the complainant on oath and the verification of statement will be signed by the complaint.