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In M. C. Mehta Vs. Union of India, AIR 1987 SC 1086 (Shriram Foods & Fertilizers case) the principle…

The oleum gas leak decision imposed absolute liability on an enterprise engaged in hazardous or inherently dangerous activity when an accident causes harm. Compensation does…

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In M. C. Mehta Vs. Union of India, AIR 1987 SC 1086 (Shriram Foods & Fertilizers case) the principle that was constitutionally laid that

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The oleum gas leak decision imposed absolute liability on an enterprise engaged in hazardous or inherently dangerous activity when an accident causes harm. Compensation does not depend on proving negligence or lack of reasonable care. The Court also excluded the exceptions associated with the traditional Rylands v. Fletcher strict liability rule.

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