In a modern welfare State, the Government performs a wide range of activities that directly affect citizens. These activities are not limited to sovereign functions […]
Tag: vicarious liability
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 […]
1. A State vehicle driven negligently caused death of a pedestrian. Are heirs entitled to compensation from State?
Facts of the Case A pedestrian was lawfully walking on a public road when a State-owned vehicle, driven by a government employee in the course […]
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 […]
A Military truck carrying ammunition through a school zone knocked down a student crossing the road. The military authorities are sued by the parent of the deceased student for compensation on the ground of negligent driving. Discuss the decide
Facts of the Case A military truck carrying ammunition was passing through a school zone. Due to negligent driving by the driver of the military […]
If an incorporated company is charged for committing an offence and that offence is punishable with imprisonment, how to execute punishment against the accused company? Discuss
Facts of the Case An incorporated company, being a juristic person, is accused of committing a statutory or criminal offence under Indian law. The offence […]
A libel was published by the employee of a company. Both civil suit and criminal complaint was lodged against the company. Is the company liable for the acts of its employee? Is the company liable for crimes? Answer with reasons.
Facts of the Case An employee of a company published a libellous statement concerning a third party while acting in the course of employment. The […]
Explain the law relating to Unlawful Assembly
Public order is the backbone of every civilized society. While the right to assemble peacefully is a fundamental right under Article 19(1)(b) of the Indian […]
Differentiate between Common Intention and Common Object.
Conceptual Clarity in Criminal Liability In criminal law, understanding common intention and common object is crucial for determining the liability of multiple offenders. Both concepts […]