RAJASTHAN STATE ROAD TRANSPORT CORPORATION, JAIPUR vs NARAIN SHANKER & ANR. ETC. ETC.

The Supreme Court upheld the application of the doctrine of res ipsa loquitur in a case involving a road accident caused by a bus operated by a state corporation, emphasizing the corporation's duty to ensure safety under Article 41 of the Constitution. The Court rejected the operator's claims of accidental failure of bus lights and criticized the corporation for contesting liability instead of compassionately settling claims. The Tribunal's awards for compensation were deemed moderate and appropriate, reinforcing the principle that state instrumentalities must prioritize human life and accountability in their operations.