Step 1: Understanding Section 138 of the Negotiable Instruments Act.
Section 138 of the Negotiable Instruments Act deals with dishonor of a cheque for insufficiency of funds or if it exceeds the amount specified. This provision states that such cases must be tried in a Magistrate Court.
Step 2: Explanation of Other Options.
- (a) The Bank Tribunal deals with financial disputes and is not specifically related to dishonor of cheques.
- (b) Consumer Forum handles consumer-related issues, not cheque dishonor cases.
- (d) Sessions Court handles serious criminal cases, not cheque bouncing cases.
Step 3: Conclusion.
Cheque bouncing cases under Section 138 are tried by a Magistrate Court.