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Law of Insurance · Unit 4

Insurance exam question: Explain the meaning, characteristics, need

The question (15 marks)

Explain the meaning, characteristics, need and limitations of social insurance, with reference to Indian statutes. (15 marks)

Syllabus head 4.1; built from the Module 4 chapter.

Plan your answer on paper before you look at the authorities — issue first, then the rule, then apply it to these facts.

It tests Unit 4 · Social Insurance in India of Law of Insurance.

Authorities you will need

  • Employees' State Insurance Act 1948, ss. 38, 39, 46, 53, 61, 65
  • Insurance Act 1938, s. 32C
  • Public Liability Insurance Act 1991, ss. 4, 8 and Schedule

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