Dr. D.Y.

PATIL UNITECH SOCIETY’S

Dr. D.Y. PATIL LAW COLLEGE, PIMPRI, PUNE - 18
ASSIGNMENT
CLASS – LL.B. I
SUBJECT – LC 0604 :
TORT AND CONSUMER PROTECTION LAW
TEACHER – DEEPALI SHITOLE
Q.1 . Explain the Nature and Scope of Tort. Discuss the maxim of “Damnum sine
Injuria”, and” Injuria sine Damnum” with case laws?

Q.2 Discuss the General defence in an action in torts and explain the limitations of
“Volenti non fit injuria” maxim?

Q. 3 Explain the concept of “Absolute Liability” and ‘Strict Liability’ with the
relevant case laws.

Q.4. What is Defamation? What is the distinction between Libel and Slander. What
are the defences available for Defamation?

Q.5 What is Trespass? What are the defences available in an action for a tort of
trespass?

Q.6 Define ‘Negligence’, how does liability arise in case of Negligence? Discuss
the concept of ‘Res Ipsa Loquitor’.

Q. 7. What are the various Judicial and extra-judicial remedies are available in an
action in tort?

Q.8. Explain the nature of Vicarious Liability. When master is liable for action of
servant?

* Last Date of Submission – 31st August 2023