State of Rajasthan v. Vidyawati
AIR 1962 SC 933 · Supreme Court of India
The State can be vicariously liable for torts of employees in non-sovereign functions.
Unit II · Law of Torts including Motor Vehicle Accidents and Consumer Protection Laws
Vicarious liability and sovereign immunity
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Constitution of India | 300 | Suits and proceedings by or against the Government |
Landmark cases
Kasturilal Ralia Ram Jain v. State of U.P.
AIR 1965 SC 1039 · Supreme Court of India
Sovereign functions were once a defence; later cases have narrowed this.