B.A. LL.B. (Five Years) Sem 2 Law of Torts 2025 Jun (100 marks) Question Paper - KSLU

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1. Q1 Define tort. What are the differences between tort and crime and tort and contract.
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2. Q2 When master is liable for the acts of his servant ?
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3. Q3 Explain the rule laid down in Rayland V Flectcher with exceptions.
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4. Q4 What are the judicial remedies available to the aggrieved party in law of torts ?
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5. Q5 State the salient features of Consumer Protection Act, 2019.
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6. Q6 Define defamation. Explain its kinds.
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7. Q7 Explain the composition, powers and functions of District Commission under Consumer Protection Act, 2019.
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Write short note on any two of the following :

1. Q8 (a) Rights of Consumer
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2. Q8 (b) Battery
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3. Q8 (c) Intention.
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Solve any two of the following problems :

1. Q9 (a) A and B were employed by 'C' as Chauffeur and cleaner of his car. One day A and B were sent by C with his car for repairs to a workshop. The road leading to the workshop being closed to traffic. 'A' had to leave the car at some distance from the workshop in-charge of 'B'. The cleaner, whose duty was only to clean the car and who are instructed not to drive the car. During 'A's absence 'B' drove the car and by his negligence dashed against municipal lamppost and damaged it, whether 'C' is liable or not ?
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2. Q9 (b) An infant 4 years old crossing a road under the care of his grand father. He was struck by a motor Omini bus and received permanent injuries to his left hand. Whether the infant could recover damages or not ?
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3. Q9 (c) A mango tree on the land of 'P' largely over hangs on the land of 'S'. Without giving any notice to 'P', S cuts off the overhanging branches of tree. Here will P succeed ?
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