Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Legal Studies

Chapter

Topics of Law

Question:

Which of the following statement (s) is/are NOT correct about 'Torts'?

Options:

'Tort' essentially means a 'wrong' and originates from the Latin word 'tortum', which means 'twisted' or 'crooked'.

In law, tort is defined as a civil wrong or a wrongful act which is intentional only.

Generally, tort cases result in compensating the victim.

None of the above.

Correct Answer:

In law, tort is defined as a civil wrong or a wrongful act which is intentional only.

Explanation:

'Tort' essentially means a 'wrong' and originates from the Latin word 'tortum', which means 'twisted' or 'crooked'. In law, tort is defined as a civil wrong or a wrongful act, of one, either intentional or accidental, that results in the injury or harm to another who in turn has recourse to civil remedies for damages or a court order or injunction. The definitional features of tort are that it is a civil wrong as distinguished from criminal wrong, both the procedures and remedies are different in civil law and criminal law. In a criminal case, the state initiates legal proceedings in a criminal court on behalf of the victim and is punished when found guilty by the court. A civil action, like the tort suit, is pursued in a civil court where the victim or victim's representatives or survivors prosecute the wrong-doer usually for compensation in the form of money payment and also at times for other liability or injunction. Generally, tort cases result in compensating the victim and criminal lawsuits are about punishments.