National Insurance Co.Ltd vs Saroj & Ors

The Supreme Court upheld the application of the multiplier method for calculating compensation under the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988, specifically referencing the Second Schedule. The Court clarified that while the multiplier should not be applied automatically, it is permissible in cases of death due to negligence. The appeal against the High Court's dismissal of the First Appeal was rejected, affirming the Tribunal's award of Rs.22,12,200/- as compensation for the deceased's family, based on a monthly income of Rs.17,244.95 and an age multiplier of 16.