Law Of Torts - Study Mode
[#776] Liability without fault
Correct Answer
(A) Strict liability
[#777] The Scienter rule applies in case of liability for animals which are
Correct Answer
(A) Ferae naturae
[#778] Principle: General rule is that it is for the plaintiff to prove negligence of the defendant. But if the thing causing the injury is under the control of defendant and injury is such as would not occur without negligence, law presumes negligence. Facts: While performing a surgery for the removal of stones from the kidney of 'A', Dr. 'B' left a mop inside the body of 'A'. 'A' suffered acute pain and has to be operated again for the removal of the mop. 'A' sues Dr. 'B' for damages.
Correct Answer
(C) Dr. 'B' is liable as leaving a mop inside the body during surgery raised a presumption of negligence on his part
[#779] Which one of the following is a valid defence in tort of nuisance?
Correct Answer
(D) The defendant is engaged in the activity for twenty years
[#780] Which one of the followingis correct?
Correct Answer
(B) A remedy by way of damages is an essential ingredient of tort