Tag: Indian Law

Suppose a case is decided by the High Court on ground ‘A’, and then goes on appeal to the Supreme Court which decides it on ground ‘B’, nothing being said upon ground ‘A’. In such circumstances, which is the precedent value of the decision on ground ‘A’ by the High Court?

Facts of the Case A case was initially decided by a High Court on ground ‘A’. The matter was then appealed to the Supreme Court, […]

The parents allowed their minor children to ride on motorcycle without driving license. They drove the vehicle negligently and caused injuries to a pedestrian. Are the parents liable for the wrong committed by their children? If yes, which kind of liability it is? Explain the rationale of such a liability.

Facts of the Case Parents allowed their minor children to ride a motorcycle without a driving license. While riding, the children drove negligently and caused […]

Mr. X found a bundle of currency notes on the floor of a shop. The notes had been accidentally dropped there by a stranger. The party who lost them could not be found. In a case between the shopkeeper and the finder, who has a better claim over the currency notes? Discuss

Facts of the Case Mr. X, while in a shop, found a bundle of currency notes lying on the floor. The notes were accidentally dropped […]