Multiple choice

The decision given in M.C. Mehta Vs. Union of India is on

  1. Vicarious liability

  2. Absolute liability

  3. Strict liability

  4. Simple liability
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B Correct answer
Explanation

In M.C. Mehta v. Union of India (1987) - the Oleum Gas Leak case - the Supreme Court evolved the doctrine of Absolute Liability for industries engaged in hazardous or inherently dangerous activities. This is stricter than Strict Liability (under Rule of Rylands v. Fletcher) and allows no exceptions.

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