Question

    A and B both had retal shop business of mercantile goods

    on the opposite sides of the road. A had a great sale of same quality of goods during festival time , due to which that goods was not purchased from B’s shop by many. B suffered damage without injury. Which of the following maxim covers this?
    A Damnum sine injuria Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Injuria sine damnum Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Ubi jus Ibi remedium Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Nova actus interveniens Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E Volenti non fit injuria. Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    The legal maxim “Damnum Sine Injuria” means damage without injury. It means that the defendant is not  liable for any damages if he is acting within his legal rights even if he is infringing the rights of the plaintiff. The damages may be monetary or physical.

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