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Law · Q626

Law Of Torts

Graduate and Post Graduate · Law · question 626

Q626

W, a woman got pregnant inspite of sterilization operation. Will the doctor who performed sterilization operation be held liable on grounds of negligence? The doctor would

A.
Be liable as occurrence of pregnancy after sterilization is a sure proof of negligence
B.
Not be liable as pregnancy may occur due to causes other than negligence
C.
Be liable only if there is proof that he was negligent in performing sterilization
Answer
D.
Not be liable as the doctor performed the operation to the best of his ability

Answer: Option C

Solution

Answer: Option C
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