Tortious Liability of Occupiers
torts cuet_pg intermediate mcq_helpKya karein? I have been studying for CUET PG Law ka exam, aur maine yeh question dekha hai. Kya aap jaante hain ki kyun?
Question: In R v. Parkesine Company Ltd. [1869], the defendant company was using a gas lamp in their factory which caught fire and damaged the nearby building of the plaintiff. The court held that the defendant company was liable for the damage. What principle of tort law was applied to this case?
A) Rylands v. Fletcher principle of liability for 'non-natural' use of land B) Vicarious liability C) Negligence D) Nuisance
mere vichaar: A) (wrong answer). Main sochta hoon kyunki Parkesine case main liability non-natural use of land (Rylands v.
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"Tortious Liability of Occupiers" is a critical concept in law, particularly under IPC 286. Occupier is responsible for the harm caused to others on property they own or manage. However, liability depends on the nature of injury and if it was due to negligence or breach of duty of care. Occupiers must ensure their property is safe and take reasonable care to avoid harm, as per Section 86 of IPC. Any breach may lead to civil liability.