Question

Principle : There are certain acts which, though harmful, are not wrongful in law; therefore, do not give legal right to bring action in law, to the person who suffers from such acts.
Facts : 'Prakash' has a rice mill. His neighbor, Shanti, sets up another rice mill and offers a tough competition to Prakash. As a consequence, Prakash's profits fall down. He brings a suit against Shanti for damages.

• A. Prakash can succeed in his claim as it is a case of actual damages.
• B. Prakash cannot succeed in his claim for damages, as it is a case of damage without infringement of any legal right.
• C. Prakash can succeed in his claim for damages, as it is a case of damage as a result of infringement of his legal right.
• D. Prakash may succeed in his claim for damages, as it is a case of loss to his business.

Answer 1

Answer: (B)

Prakash cannot succeed in his claim for damages, as it is a case of damage without infringement of any legal right.

The reasonable conclusion drawn Prakash cannot succeed in his claim for damages, as it is a case of damage without infringement of any legal right. Hence option (b) is correct.