STANDARD VACUUM REFINING CO. OF INDIA vs ITS WORKMEN AND ANOTHER.

The Supreme Court ruled that the employers failed to prove they were paying a living wage to the workmen as defined by the evolving standards of wage structures. The Court emphasized that the concept of a living wage is dynamic and must be evaluated against current economic conditions rather than outdated reports, such as the Textile Labour Committee's 1940 findings. The Tribunal's award of a bonus equivalent to five months' basic wages was upheld, reinforcing the need for fair compensation in light of social and economic changes.