Class Action Suits: In the Light of Recent Oil and Natural Gas Corporation Limited Barge Disaster

Abstract

Class action suits have long been a significant aspect of legal systems worldwide, providing a means for a large group of individuals who have suffered similar harm to collectively bring a lawsuit against a defendant. This legal mechanism is particularly vital in situations involving mass torts, consumer rights violations, and environmental disasters. In the Indian context, the recent Oil and Natural Gas Corporation Limited (ONGC) barge disaster highlights the relevance and potential of class action suits in addressing corporate negligence and seeking justice for the affected parties.