B.A. LL.B. (Five Years) Sem 2 Law of Torts 2026 Jan Question Paper - KSLU

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UNIT - I

1. Q1 (a) Critically evaluate various definition of Tort and bring out the differences of law of Tort from crime and contract.
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2. Q1 OR Explain legal damage as an essential element of Tort.
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3. Q1 (b) Write a note on motive.
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4. Q1 OR Mental elements.
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UNIT - II

1. Q2 (a) Discuss the principle of vicarious liability with reference to Master and servant relationship.
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2. Q2 OR Discuss the general defences of savoring functions and statutory authority in Tort.
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3. Q2 (b) A lifeguard in a public swimming pool fails to save a drowning boy as he was busy on his mobile phone. Decide.
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4. Q2 OR Rescue cases.
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UNIT - III

1. Q3 (a) Explain the development of the rule of strict liability to the rule of absolute liability.
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2. Q3 OR Examine the tests to determine the remoteness of damage.
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3. Q3 (b) Write short notes on contributory negligence.
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4. Q3 OR The defendant was the owner of a cinema house. He had put up a boarding with wooden frame from the roof of his house projecting on to the road. It fell upon plaintiff and injured him. Decide.
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UNIT - IV

1. Q4 (a) Explain the essential elements of malicious prosecution.
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2. Q4 OR What is defamation ? Explain the defences for tort of defamation.
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3. Q4 (b) Assault.
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4. Q4 OR 'A' defames 'B' and dies before 'B' could bring an action against him. Decide if 'B' has any remedy.
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UNIT - V

1. Q5 (a) Explain the National Consumer Commission.
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2. Q5 OR Explain salient features of Motor Vehicle Act, 1988.
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3. Q5 (b) Third Party Insurance.
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4. Q5 OR Deficiency of service.
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