Answer-In case of a continuing tort-

In the case of a continuing tort , the wrongful act or injury continues over a period of time, rather than being a singular event. According to the Limitation Act, 1963 Each wrongful act constitutes a fresh cause of action . Therefore, the period of limitation starts anew from the date of each wrongful act . This means a fresh period of limitation runs at every moment as the tort continues. Statutory Reference While the Limitation Act, 1963 does not explicitly define continuing tort, this principle is well-established under Section 3 computation of period of limitation and through judicial interpretation.

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In case of a continuing

tort-

A There is no limitation Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

B There is continuing limitation Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

C There is fresh period of limitation at every moment. Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

D There is fresh period of limitation at every moment after the breach ceases. Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

E There is fresh period of limitation while the breach continues. Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

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In the case of a continuing tort , the wrongful act or injury continues over a period of time, rather than being a singular event. According to the Limitation Act, 1963 :

Each wrongful act constitutes a fresh cause of action .
Therefore, the period of limitation starts anew from the date of each wrongful act .
This means a fresh period of limitation runs at every moment as the tort continues.

Statutory Reference: While the Limitation Act, 1963 does not explicitly define "continuing tort," this principle is well-established under Section 3 (computation of period of limitation) and through judicial interpretation.

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