Under the vicarious liability, the liability is:

Option A: Joint

Option B: Several

Option C: Both (a) and (b)

Option D: Either of the above depending upon facts and circumstances of the case

Correct Answer

Option: c

Explanation

Vicarious liability is where one person is held liable for the torts of another, even though that person did not commit the act himself. When two or more parties are jointly ans severally liable for a tortious act, each party is independently liable for the full extent of the injuries.

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