Torts Reasoning - 2
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Directions: Go through the problem and encircle the most appropriate answer.
The occupier of a premise owes a duty of care to all his invitees and visitors.
Sakalchand who was owning a big house, with a compound wall, constructed an underground tank to store water. This was covered by gunny bags since the work was not complete. The post-man who came inside to deliver a registered letter fell into this tank and got hurt. It may be noted that there was a box outside the compound wall, wherein all the mails could have been deposited. The post man filed a suit against Sakalchand claiming compensation.
- Sakalchand is not liable, because he did not invite the postman to his house.
- Sakalchand is not liable, because it was for the postman to take care of himself.
- Sakalchand is liable, because the postman came into the premises in the course of his duty.