Damnum sine Injuria

Law of Torts

This maxim “damnum sine injuria” means that damage without injury is not actionable. There are many forms of harm of which the law takes no account. Mere loss in money or moneys worth does not itself constitute legal damage. Where there has been no infringement of any legal right, the mere fact of harm or … Read more

Injuria sine Damnum

Law of Torts

‘Injuria‘ means infringement of a legally protected interest (i.e., right) of the plaintiff. ‘Sine‘ means without or absent. It is the same thing as ‘abseque’. And ‘damnum‘ means actual physical loss whether in terms of money, comfort, health, service or the like. The import of this maxim is that if the right of the plaintiff … Read more

Question:- What is the meaning of the word Tort ? Give the definitions of Tort with its essential elements.

Law of Torts

Answer:- The word tort has been derived from Latin term ‘Tortum’,which means to twist. It therefore includes that conduct which is not straight or lawful, but on the other hand, twisted, crooked or unlawful.It is equivalent to English term ‘wrong’. Why an accurate definition of ‘Tort’ is not possible? First, law of tort is based … Read more

Process of development of law of Torts in India

Law of Torts

Development of Law of Torts in India The law of torts as administered in India is the English law as found suitable to Indian conditions and modified by the Acts of Indian legislature. The law of torts was introduced through British Courts in India. The first British Courts established in India were the Mayor’sCourts in … Read more

Meaning, Definition and Importance of Rule of Law

The Rule of law is a fundamental principle in democratic societies that emphasizes the importance of the law and legal institutions in governing society. It refers to the idea that everyone, regardless of their status or position, is subject to the same laws and legal system, and that the law should be applied fairly and … Read more

Relationship Between Administrative Law And Constitutional Law

As regards, the relationship between Administrative Law and Constitutional Law, there are two schools of thought. (1) No difference-According to one school of thought, there is no difference between administrative law and constitutional law. (2) Difference-According to the other school of thought, there is difference between administrative law and constitutional law. Prof. Wade writes with … Read more

What are the top defences to sexual harassment charges

The adequacy of a defence against an allegation of sexual harassment would largely rely on the particular circumstances and facts of the case. Nevertheless, from a general perspective, one might contend that the foundation of such an accusation is implausible, given the complainant, the dynamics of their relationship, the context and setting in which the … Read more

Question:- What are the sources of Administrative Law

Answer:- Sources of Administrative Law: Administrative Law is mainly concerned with powers. It is necessary to examine the sources of powers before considering in details how power is controlled. The customary divisions of the sources of legal power are common law and statute s it is with administrative authority. So far as the Central Government … Read more