Rylands v. Fletcher
(1868) LR 3 HL 330 · House of Lords
A person who brings a dangerous thing onto land is strictly liable if it escapes.
Unit II · Law of Torts including Motor Vehicle Accidents and Consumer Protection Laws
Strict liability and absolute liability
Study aid only. Confirm statute numbers with the current bare Act and the official OU LL.B. (3-YDC) 2024–25 syllabus PDF.
Statute sections
| Act / instrument | Section | Name |
|---|---|---|
| Environment (Protection) Act, 1986 | 3 | Power of Central Government to take measures (environmental harm context) |
Landmark cases
M.C. Mehta v. Union of India (Oleum Gas)
(1987) 1 SCC 395 · Supreme Court of India
Hazardous industries owe absolute liability with no Rylands exceptions.