Dharampal & Ors vs U.P.State Road Transport Corp

The Supreme Court addressed the issue of interest on compensation awarded for a fatal accident involving the deceased, Pradeep Kumar. The Court upheld the High Court's decision to maintain the interest rate at 6% per annum, despite the appellants' contention for a higher rate. The Court emphasized that the determination of interest is a matter of discretion and the existing rate was deemed appropriate under the circumstances. The appeal was dismissed, affirming the compensation amount and interest rate as previously awarded.