Liability in the Indian legal context refers to legal responsibility or obligation for one’s actions or omissions that result in harm or loss to another party, entitling the injured party to seek compensation or redress. Liability can arise in various contexts, including tort law, contract law, criminal law, and statutory law. In tort law, liability may result from negligent, intentional, or strict actions that cause harm or injury to others. For example, a driver may be held liable for damages resulting from a car accident caused by their negligent driving. In contract law, liability arises from the breach of contractual obligations, where one party fails to perform as required under the terms of the contract, resulting in losses to the other party. Criminal liability arises from the commission of criminal offences, where individuals may be held accountable for violating laws and subject to penalties such as fines, imprisonment, or other sanctions. Statutory liability arises from violations of specific statutes or regulations, where individuals or entities may be liable for non-compliance with legal requirements. Liability serves as a foundational principle of the legal system, ensuring accountability, deterrence, and compensation for harm caused by wrongful conduct.