False. Absolute liability does not consider exceptions present in strict liability. | Card: 4 / 68 |
Dangerous substances must escape from the premises, and there must be a non-natural use of land. | Card: 6 / 68 |
Fill in the blank: The test of remoteness focuses on whether the consequences of a wrongful act are ___ or ___. | Card: 9 / 68 |
True or False: A defendant can be held liable for all consequences of their negligent act, regardless of foreseeability. | Card: 13 / 68 |
Escape refers to a dangerous substance leaving the premises and being beyond the control of the defendant. | Card: 16 / 68 |
Fill in the blank: The essential element of ___ use is a requirement for strict liability claims. | Card: 17 / 68 |
It establishes that a person is liable for all direct consequences of their act, regardless of foreseeability. | Card: 20 / 68 |
Fill in the blank: The principle of absolute liability emerged from the case of ___ v. ___ in India. | Card: 23 / 68 |
What does the term 'inherently dangerous activity' imply in the context of liability? | Card: 25 / 68 |
It refers to activities that pose a risk of significant harm to people or property, leading to strict liability. | Card: 26 / 68 |
True or False: The test of reasonable foresight is no longer relevant in determining liability. | Card: 27 / 68 |
According to the test of reasonable foresight, when can consequences be considered not too remote? | Card: 29 / 68 |
When they could have been foreseen by a reasonable person in the circumstances of the wrongdoer. | Card: 30 / 68 |
To provide immediate relief to victims of accidents involving hazardous substances. | Card: 32 / 68 |
Fill in the blank: The concept of remoteness of damages deals with how far the consequences of a wrongful act extend ___ liability. | Card: 33 / 68 |
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What judicial pronouncement established the concept of absolute liability in India? | Card: 35 / 68 |
What type of substances are considered 'dangerous' in the context of strict liability? | Card: 39 / 68 |
Substances that can cause harm or mischief if they escape, such as explosives or toxic gases. | Card: 40 / 68 |
Fill in the blank: A defendant is not liable if the damage was caused by the ___ of a third party. | Card: 41 / 68 |
How does the legal principle of 'volenti non fit injuria' apply in strict liability cases? | Card: 43 / 68 |
It suggests that if a plaintiff consented to the risk, the defendant may not be held liable. | Card: 44 / 68 |
It refers to liability that exists regardless of negligence or fault, typically associated with strict and absolute liability. | Card: 46 / 68 |
Fill in the blank: The requirement of ___ use is crucial for establishing liability in cases involving hazardous materials. | Card: 47 / 68 |
True or False: Under strict liability, a defendant cannot be held liable if the plaintiff was at fault. | Card: 51 / 68 |
An unforeseen natural event that cannot be prevented, exempting the defendant from liability. | Card: 54 / 68 |
Fill in the blank: The concept of proximate cause is crucial in determining the ___ of damages. | Card: 55 / 68 |
It illustrates that liability can exist even if the exact type of damage was not foreseeable. | Card: 58 / 68 |
Fill in the blank: To establish strict liability, the defendant must demonstrate that the use of land was ___ and increased danger. | Card: 59 / 68 |
In determining remoteness, what is the role of the legal principle established in the Scott v. Shepherd case? | Card: 63 / 68 |
It shows that even indirect actions leading to harm can establish liability if they are proximate. | Card: 64 / 68 |
The principle of absolute liability, as established in landmark cases, holds a party liable for damages caused by ___ activities without considering exceptions. | Card: 65 / 68 |
True or False: In the case of Rylands v. Fletcher, the defendant was found liable even without proving negligence. | Card: 67 / 68 |






