NEW INDIA ASSURANCE CO. LTD. vs SHANTI BAI .

The Supreme Court upheld the decision of the Madhya Pradesh High Court, confirming the Motor Accident Claims Tribunal's award of Rs. 1,10,000/- in compensation to the legal heirs of Laxman Singh under Section 95 of the Motor Vehicles Act, 1939. The Court clarified that the insurance policy issued by the appellant, New India Assurance Company Ltd., provided coverage for passenger liability beyond the limited amount of Rs. 15,000/- claimed by the appellant. The Court emphasized that the comprehensive insurance policy must cover the full extent of liability for passengers as specified in the Act.