Literal Meaning
He who does not prevent what he is able to prevent, is considered as committing the thing.
Explanation
The literal meaning of the maxim ‘Qui Non Obstat Quod Obstare Potest Facere Videtur’ means that the one who does not prevent what he is able to prevent, is considered as committing the thing. It is clear that there is an intention of malice where a person in able to prevent something and still he/she doesn’t prevent it.
Illustration
‘A’, a policeman was caught at a drug racket, applying the principle laid down by the maxim ‘ Qui Non Obstat Quod Obstare Potst Facere Videtur’ it was clear from the facts that ‘A’ was involved in smuggling of drugs.
Edited by Vigneshwar Ramasubramania
Approved & Published – Sakshi Raje
