National Insurance Company Limited vs Meghji Naran Soratiya & Ors

The Supreme Court held that under Section 170 of the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988, a Tribunal must provide written reasons when allowing an insurer to contest a claim. The Court clarified that while an insurer can contest claims under Section 149(2) only on specific grounds, Section 170 allows for broader contestation if collusion is found or if the defendant fails to contest. The Court upheld the necessity for reasoned orders by the Tribunal, emphasizing the procedural safeguards in motor accident claims.