CLX-RAJ-HC-2011-000080
Gariba & Anr. Versus United India Insurance Co. Ltd. & Ors.
Rajasthan High Court · Rajasthan · 16 November 2011
AllowedCore ratio / Key holding
In cases of accidental death of children aged up to 5 years, the compensation awarded by the Motor Accident Claims Tribunal can be cumulatively enhanced to Rs.1,50,000/-, along with interest at 7.5% on the enhanced amount from the date of filing the claim petition until actual payment.
Headnote
Motor Vehicles Act, 1988 — Sections 168, 173 — Compensation — Accidental Death of Child (0-5 years) — Enhancement.
Issues for determination
- Whether the compensation awarded for the death of a 6-month-old child in a motor accident should be enhanced?
Ratio decidendi
- In cases of accidental death of children aged up to 5 years, the compensation awarded by the Motor Accident Claims Tribunal can be cumulatively enhanced to Rs.1,50,000/-, along with interest at 7.5% on the enhanced amount from the date of filing the claim petition until actual payment.
Important points
- Held, compensation for accidental death of a 6-month-old child enhanced from Rs.62,000/- to Rs.1,50,000/- based on Smt. Nana Devi & Ors. precedent.
Keywords
Motor Accident ClaimsCompensation EnhancementDeath of Child
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