All local customs and mercantile usages shall be regarded as valid, unless they are contrary to justice, equity or good conscience, or have, before the passing of this Act, been declared to be void by any competent authority.
Section 7: Local customs and mercantile usages when valid.
The Punjab Laws Act, 1872Central Act · Act 4 of 1872
Where this provision sits
| Act | The Punjab Laws Act, 1872 |
|---|---|
| Section | 7 |
| Marginal note | Local customs and mercantile usages when valid. |
| Jurisdiction | Central |
| Status | In force as published by the source |
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