Facts of the Case A Government Department, acting under statutory powers, confiscated certain perishable goods belonging to a citizen during an investigation for an alleged […]
Tag: Government Liability
Examine the concept of state liability with the help of decided cases
Meaning and Nature of State Liability State liability refers to the legal responsibility of the government for acts or omissions committed by its servants while […]
13. Ornaments recovered by police were stolen from police custody after disposal of case. Should the Government compensate the owner?
Facts of the Case Certain ornaments belonging to an individual were recovered by the police during the course of investigation of a criminal case. After […]
7. A government teacher evaluated an answer sheet negligently as a result of which a candidate failed even though he had written the examination very well. Can such teacher or the government be made liable? Give reasons.
Facts of the Case A candidate appeared in a government-conducted examination. The answer script was evaluated by a government teacher appointed as an examiner. Due […]
State as a Juristic Person
Concept of State as a Juristic Person The State as a Juristic Person means that the State is recognized by law as an artificial legal […]