What does the doctrine of Res Ipsa Loquitur mean -

Ans. is 'c' i.e., Facts speak for itself Res Ipsa Loquitar* It means "the thing or fact speaks for itself"* Generally the innocence of doctor is assumed and patient has to establish the guilt* However, it is not required to prove negligence in case where doctrine of resp ipsa loquitur applies; rather the doctor has to defend himself.* In a case of professional negligence of a physician, the patient need not prove negligence.