Where a drawee in case of need is named in a bill of exchange, or in any indorsement thereon, the bill is not dishonoured until it has been dishonoured by such drawee.
Central Act · India · Chapter XI — Of Acceptance and Payment for Honour and Reference in Case of Need
Section 115 Drawee in case of need
Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881 · Edition: India Code central text incorporating the 2018 amendment