Section 11
Inland instrument
Chapter 2: Of notes, bills and cheques
A promissory note, bill of exchange or cheque drawn or made in [India] and made payable in, or drawn upon any person resident in, [India] shall be deemed to be an inland instrument.
The Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881 (Act No. 26 of 1881). From the updated text on India Code, with later amendments. Being checked against the official copy; amendment notes are not shown yet.