B.A. LL.B. (Five Years) Sem 2 Law of Torts 2019 Dec (100 marks) Question Paper - KSLU

Questions asked in this paper

1. Q1 Define Tort. Discuss the essentials of tort.
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2. Q2 Explain volenti-non-fit injuria with exceptions.
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3. Q3 Explain the liability of master for the tortious acts of his servant.
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4. Q4 Discuss the law relating to remoteness of damage.
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5. Q5 Explain assault and battery with the help of decided cases.
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6. Q6 Explain essentials of defamation with defences.
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7. Q7 Explain the composition, powers and functions of State Commission under the Consumer Protection Act.
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Write short note on any two of the following :

1. Q8 (a) The rule of strict liability.
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2. Q8 (b) Malicious prosecution.
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3. Q8 (c) No fault liability under Motor Vehicles Act, 1988.
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Answer any two of the following with reasons :

1. Q9 (a) A cat strayed from its owner's land into the land of a neighbour and killed birds kept there. Is the owner of the cat liable ?
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2. Q9 (b) 'A' left his donkey on the roadside tying its front legs. The donkey was run over by car negligently driven by 'B' and the donkey was killed. A brings an action against 'B' to recover damages. Decide.
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3. Q9 (c) 'A' a patient died due to negligent treatment of Government Hospital Doctors. The legal representatives of 'A' file a case against Government Hospital. The Government pleaded that the service rendered with free of cost is not service under Consumer Protection Act. Decide.
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