Multiple choice

Which of the following pairs is correctly matched in the code (1) Strict liability means no-fault liability (2) Rylands Vs. Fletcher lays down the rule of trespass ab initio (3) Vis major is a good defence in absolute liability (4) Supreme Court has overruled strict liability by absolute liability

  1. (1) and (2)

  2. (3) and (4)

  3. (2) and (3)

  4. (1) and (4)
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Strict liability is no-fault liability. Rylands v. Fletcher is the origin of strict liability. Absolute liability was developed by the Supreme Court in the Oleum Gas Leak case (M.C. Mehta v. Union of India) as a stricter form of liability without exceptions.

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