The Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881
47. Negotiation by delivery.-
Subject to the provisions of section 58, a promissory note, bill of exchange or cheque payable to bearer is negotiable by deliver thereof.
Exception.-a promissory note, bill of exchange or cheque delivered on condition that it is not to take effect except in a certain event is not negotiable (except in the hands of a holder for value without notice of the condition) unless such event happens.
The Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881
