Smt.Jamni Bai and Ors. v. Ram Lal and Ors.
Case brief
What is this about?
In this second appeal, the High Court held that under Section 163-A, no negligence defence is permissible against the victim. The court determined the correct compensation of Rs. 1,40,600/- by applying the correct age multiplier, enhanced from the suo motu revised minimum compensation under the Criteria Court Order, and awarded interest from the effective date of the restructuring.
What did the court decide?
Appeal allowed. Compensation enhanced to Rs. 1,40,600/- with 6% interest p.a. from 25-04-2000. Application of consequences set aside.