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Principle: In case where there is an infringement of legal right even without any actual loss or damage, the person whose right is Infringed has a cause of action.

Facts: 'P' was wrongfully prevented by the Returning officer from exercising his vote in an assembly election. Still he ('P') brought an action claiming damages. Which of the following derivations is correct?

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A

'P' would succeed in his action, as it is mandatory to cast vote.

B

'P' would succeed in his action, as he was wrongfully prevented from exercising his legal right of voting in that election.

C

'P' would not succeed in his action, as he did not suffer any loss in that election.

D

'P' would not succeed in his action, as the candidate for whom he wanted to give his vote won the election.

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Correct Answer :

Option B

'P' would succeed in his action, as he was wrongfully prevented from exercising his legal right of voting in that election.

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