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- Battery - Legal Definition and Scope
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The legal definition of 'battery' varies depending on context. Under the Indian Sale of Goods Act, 1930, 'goods' include batteries as tangible movable items, but the definition's application may be contested when considering batteries that produce electricity (e.g., batteries with terminals). The scope of 'goods' is broad and residuary, encompassing batteries unless specifically excluded ASSOCIATED POWER CO. LTD. VS RAM TARAN ROY - Calcutta.
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Consumer Protection and Battery Defects
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In consumer protection law, batteries are often classified as products under the scope of 'defect' or 'deficiency in service.' For example, defective batteries or batteries causing unfair trade practices fall within the definitions provided under the Consumer Protection Act, 1986. The courts have discussed the wide scope of 'defect' to include issues like rusted or un-galvanized parts in batteries, emphasizing comprehensive coverage REGENT AUTOMOBILES VS EURO ENTERPRISES - Consumer.
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Batteries as Accessories or Goods
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The classification of batteries as 'accessories' or 'goods' influences legal treatment. For instance, Nokia's battery charger was recognized as an accessory, affecting tax and legal considerations. Batteries sold separately, such as chargers, are treated distinctly under tax laws, with separate tax payments indicating their classification SAMSUNG (INDIA) ELECTRONICS PVT. LTD. VS COMMISSIONER OF COMMERCIAL TAXES U. P. LUCKNOW - Allahabad.
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Legal Proceedings and Definitions
- Legal issues surrounding batteries include cases of theft, damage, or unfair trade practices involving batteries. Definitions of 'dealer,' 'goods,' and related terms determine the scope of liability and rights. Courts have interpreted these definitions broadly to include batteries within the scope of relevant laws, ensuring comprehensive legal coverage Commissioner of Sales Tax Maharashtra State VS General Cranes Near Pitroda Automobiles Works - Bombay.
Analysis and Conclusion - The legal definition of 'battery' is primarily contextual, encompassing it as 'goods' under commercial laws like the Sale of Goods Act, but with nuances depending on its use or classification (e.g., accessory vs. standalone product). Under consumer protection laws, batteries are recognized as products that can be defective or involved in unfair trade practices. Proper legal treatment hinges on accurate classification—whether as tangible goods, accessories, or components—and the specific statutory definitions applicable to the case.
Search Results for "Battery Legal Definition"
• India - Consumer
V.B.GUPTA, ANUPAM DASGUPTA
The key legal provisions discussed were the definition of 'Consumer' and the limitation period for filing a complaint. ... Industrial Plot Allotment - Section 21(b) of Consumer Protection Act, 1986 - Section 2(d) - Section 24-A - The court discussed the definition ... Issues: The issues involved the definition of 'Consumer' under the Act and the limitation period for filing a complaint. ... For proper adjudication of the matter, it is necessary to refer to the definition factory , which as per Section ....
2017 0 Supreme(Ker) 731 • India - Kerala
K.SURENDRA MOHAN
Land Acquisition Act 1894, S. 28A – Legal Services Authorities Act 1987, Sections 21, 22 and 2(aaa)- Re determination if the amount ... On 10.12.2011, at a Lok Adalat organised by the Taluk Legal Services Committee, Sulthan Bathery, L.A.R. ... The above definition would bring within its sweep all courts, Tribunals or any other authority constituted under any law for the time being in force, exercising judicial or quasi-judicial functions. ... Accordingly, the case had been referred to the Sub Court, Sulthan Ba....
1969 0 Supreme(Cal) 7 • India - Calcutta
P.B.MUKHARJI
Ratio Decidendi: The Court interpreted the definition of 'goods' in Section 2 (7) of the Indian Sale of Goods Act, 1930, which ... Goho criticised this by saying, and I shall quote his words, that battery is goods but when you join the terminal producing electricity, it is no longer goods? ... different, than by the actual definition under the Indian Sale of Goods Act. ... Goho relies strongly on this definition of goods in Section 2 (7) of the Sale of Goods Act to say that it is an all-inclusive and residuary #HL_START....
2015 0 Supreme(Bom) 673 • India - Bombay
B.R.GAVAI, A.S.GADKARI
Maharashtra Sales Tax - Definition of 'Dealer' - Section 2(4) of the Lease Act, 1985 - Section 2(10) of the Lease Act Fact ... of the Case: The respondent, engaged in hiring cranes, sought determination of whether it falls under the definition of ' ... the Lease Act, as well as the application of legal principles established by the Apex Court in similar cases. ... For appreciating the rival controversy, it will be necessary to refer to the definition of term 'dealer' as per Section 2(4) of the Lease Act. ... B....
1958 0 Supreme(Pat) 99 • India - Patna
V.RAMASWAMI, CHOUDHARY
Fertilisers and Chemicals (Private) Limited for assembling and installing machinery, plant, and accessories for a complete coke oven battery ... The petitioner challenged the imposition of sales tax on the supply of goods in execution of the contract, arguing that the definitions ... Issues: Whether the definitions of "dealer," "goods," "sale," and "sale-price" in the Bihar Sales Tax Act were unconstitutional ... In this connection learned Counsel referred to the definition of the expression "contract" in Sec.2(b) of th....
2016 0 Supreme(All) 1316 • India - Allahabad
V.K.SHUKLA, MANOJ MISRA, RAMESH SINHA
his status as “heir” recognized by law—He can be termed as “Legal Heir” and the preferences/restrictions/categories provided under ... Paras 39 and 40] ... (B) Criminal Procedure Code, 1973—Section 2 (wa)—”Legal ... Procedure Code, 1973—Section 2 (wa)—Guardian of Actual Victim—Word “Guardian” includes a Judicial Guardian (appointed by law), a legal ... than is put down in definition.” ... No doubt, the definition clause (Section 2. Definitions) starts with “In this code, unless the con....
• India - Consumer
CHANDRASHEKARAIAH, J.N.SRINIVASA MURTHY, RAMA ANANTH
Unfair Trade Practice - Consumer Protection - Act Section 2(r)(3), 2(r)(3A) - The court discussed the definition of 'Unfair Trade ... The company failed to respond to their letters and legal notice, leading to the filing of complaints. ... as a whole, comes within the definition of the term “Unfair Trade Practice”. ... In the decisions referred to above, there is no reference to the definition of the term “Unfair Trade Practice”. ... According to the Scheme, if a purchaser of a “GEEP” Battery finds No.....
• India - Consumer
D.K.JAIN
of 'defect' under Section 2(1)(f) and emphasized the wide scope of the definition, concluding that the vehicle in question was not ... Issues: Gross negligence, deficiency in service, unfair trade practices, and the definition of 'defect' under the Consumer ... Section 19 - Summary of Acts and Sections: Consumer Protection Act, 1986, Section 2(1)(g), Section 2(1)(f) - The court discussed the definition ... of un-galvanised parts, including battery stand, were observed to be rusty at the time of inspection. ... Manifestl....
2013 0 Supreme(Bom) 1838 • India - Bombay
R.C.CHAVAN
filed a complaint against the applicants for forcibly breaking open the tin shed cabin of generator room and removing diesel tank, battery ... filed a complaint against the applicants for forcibly breaking open the tin shed cabin of generator room and removing diesel tank, battery ... It was alleged that on 27/01/2004 at about 11:30 p.m. the applicants forcibly broke open the tin shed cabin of generator room and removed diesel tank of generator worth Rs.20,000/-, battery, power supply switches, air cleaner of generator, fuses and six dies....
2018 0 Supreme(All) 56 • India - Allahabad
YASHWANT VARMA
Nokia had admitted in its reply to notices and as also before Tribunal in State of Punjab that battery charger is an accessory. It is submitted that it is not case of petitioner that battery charger is an accessory and, as such, Nokia judgment does not apply. ... On the other hand, according to the counsel for the appellant State a battery charger is not a part of the cellphone but merely an accessory thereof even as per the respondents themselves, who had separately paid tax @ 12.5% on the battery chargers sold separate....
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