The Public Liability Insurance (PLI) Act 1991 is an Indian law that was enacted to provide public liability insurance for the purpose of providing immediate relief to persons affected by accidents occurring while handling hazardous substances. In response to 1984 Bhopal Gas Tragedy, which resulted in the loss of thousands of lives, the Act was […]
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The Principle of No-fault Liability of the Public Liability Insurance Act, 1991
Overview The Principle of No-Fault Liability under the Public Liability Insurance Act, 1991 mandates that compensation must be provided to victims of hazardous industrial incidents without requiring proof of negligence or fault by the owner. This principle ensures that affected individuals are promptly compensated for injuries, death, or property damage resulting from hazardous substances. Unlike […]