The question (8 marks)
Explain the following maxims with an illustration each: (a) ubi jus ibi remedium; (b) res ipsa loquitur; (c) audi alteram partem. (8 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 9 · Legal Maxims of Legal Language including Legal Writing and General English.
Authorities you will need
- Bhim Singh v State of Jammu and Kashmir
- Ashby v White (1703) 2 Ld Raym 938
- Municipal Corporation of Delhi v Subhagwanti
- Maneka Gandhi v Union of India
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