The Disaster That Created India's "Pet Tiger" Law (Absolute Liability Explained)

Описание: What happens when a corporation's hazardous activity causes a disaster? Can they just... walk away with an excuse?

Not in India.

This video dives into the landmark M.C. Mehta v. Union of India case (The Oleum Gas Leak), a tragedy that forced the Supreme Court to throw out an old British rule (Strict Liability) and forge something new, powerful, and uniquely Indian: Absolute Liability.

We'll break down the simple analogy of "owning a dog vs. owning a tiger" to show exactly why this revolutionary law has ZERO exceptions for hazardous industries. Plus, we explore the "deep pockets" principle, which ensures compensation is based on the company's ability to pay, not just the victim's loss.

This 1987 principle is more relevant than ever. As we face new hazards like AI, understanding Absolute Liability is crucial.

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0:00 Intro: The Big Question

0:15 The Landmark Case: M.C. Mehta v. Union of India

0:28 The Tragedy: The Oleum Gas Leak

1:39 The Old Rule: What was "Strict Liability"?

2:05 The "Escape Hatch" Problem

2:21 A New Standard is Forged

2:49 DEFINED: What is Absolute Liability?

3:54 The "Dog vs. Tiger" Analogy (The BEST Explanation)

4:28 Why This Matters: The "Deep Pockets" Principle

5:20 Key Takeaways (In 60 Seconds)

5:46 The Future: What About AI?