The question (10 marks)
'Damage' and 'damages' — distinguish them. What are unliquidated damages, and why does the law of tort award them rather than liquidated sums? Classify the kinds of damages awarded in tort with a case for each. (10 marks)
Original question written for this pack on the pattern of the University of Mumbai LL.B. papers.
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 12 · Remedies, Damages and Extinguishment of Law of Torts, Motor Accident Claims and Consumer Protection.
Authorities you will need
- Ashby v White (1703) 2 Ld Raym 938
- Bhim Singh v State of Jammu and Kashmir
- M.C. Mehta v Union of India
- Rookes v Barnard [1964] AC 1129
- Fateh Chand v Balkishan Das
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