| Direction: Given below are the statements of facts of the case. After statement of facts, legal principles are given apply the principles to the facts of the case and select the most appropriate answer from among the four alternatives. |
| Principle An employer is responsible for any accident or loss caused to his employees, during the course of employment. |
| Facts Ajay runs the 'Indian Circus.' The circus has an interesting night show. Two motor cyclists, Ramesh and Suresh, rotate their motorcycles inside a big iron globe in complete darkness. And the audience, especially, the children gives a big clap. One day, it so happens that during one night show, an accident occurs inside the globe, Ramesh and Suresh collide with each other and Ramesh loses both his legs. His parents claim compensation from Ajay, the proprietor of the circus. |
A) Ajay is not liable to pay any compensation because he cannot be held responsible for the accident
B) Ajay is liable to pay compensation because he is the employer and the accident occurred during the course of employment
C) Ajay is not liable to pay compensation, but he can pay some amount to Ramesh if he has sympathy for him
D) None of the above
Correct Answer: B
Solution :
According to the principle given here, Ajay is liable to pay compensation because the accident took place during the course of employment, and both Ramesh and Suresh were working for Ajay's (employer) benefit and purpose.
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