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The owner of the bus instructed the driver not to race and compete with other omnibuses on a particular route. Driver still tried to obstruct a rival omnibus and caused an accident. What shall be the nature of liability ?

A The driver shall be liable for the accident because he did not follow the instructions of his owner.
B It shall be the liability of the owner of bus because he has no authority to give instruction to his driver and his act was totally wrong.
C The owner of the bus shall be vicariously liable for the accident committed by his driver during the course of employment.
D Neither owner nor driver shall be liable.

Answer & Explanation

Answer:The owner of the bus shall be vicariously liable for the accident committed by his driver during the course of employment.

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