NATIONAL INSURANCE CO.LTD. vs KIMLIBAI

The Supreme Court upheld the compensation awarded under Section 166 of the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988, for the death of Vir Singh in a motor accident. The Court confirmed the High Court's assessment of the deceased's income at Rs.100 per day, leading to a total compensation of Rs.4,59,000 after applying a multiplier of 17 and deducting 1/4th for personal expenses. The Court found no merit in the insurance company's claims of non-liability due to the driver's lack of a valid license, as the accident was caused by the negligent driving of the truck.