CLAT 2014 Question Paper with answer key for online practice

Question : 165 of 200

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Principle:
Whenever there is an invasion of a legal right, the person in whom the right is vested, is entitled to bring an action though he has suffered no actual loss or harm, and may recover damages (compensation).
Facts:
'A' was a qualified voter for the Lok Sabha election. However, a returning officer wrongfully refused to take A's vote. In spite of such a wrongful refusal, the candidate , for whom 'A' wanted to vote, won the election. But, 'A' brought an action for damages.Which of the following derivations is CORRECT?

Since no legal right of 'A' had been violated, therefore, as such, no compensation could be granted
Since legal right of 'A' had been violated, therefore, compensation should be granted
No compensation could be granted, as 'A' had suffered no loss as his candidate won the election
Such no fundamental right of 'A' had been violated, therefore, as such, no compensation could be granted

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