U.P.STATE ROAD TRANSPORT CORP. vs ISLAMUDDIN

The Supreme Court held that the High Court erred in overturning the MACT's finding of contributory negligence in a vehicular accident case under the Motor Vehicles Act. The Court reinstated the MACT's deduction of 40% from the compensation amount due to the claimant's contributory negligence, ultimately fixing the liability of the Corporation at Rs. 2,35,000 with interest. The appeal was allowed, and the balance amount was ordered to be deposited with the MACT for the claimant to withdraw as per stipulated terms.