Multiple choice

The Rule laid down in 'Ryland Vs. Fletcher' is not applicable to:

  1. When the escape is due to 'Vismajor' or act of God

  2. When the damage is due to the wrongful or malicious act of a stranger

  3. When the escape is due to the plaintiff's own fault

  4. All the above
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D Correct answer
Explanation

The rule in Rylands v. Fletcher (strict liability) has several established exceptions, including act of God (vis major), act of a stranger, and the plaintiff's own fault or consent.

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