Manam Sarawati Sampoorna Kalavathi & ... vs Manager,Apsrtc & Anr

The Supreme Court upheld the decision of the Motor Accidents Claims Tribunal under Section 166 of the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988, confirming that the accident was caused by the rash and negligent driving of the APSRTC bus driver, resulting in the death of the deceased, Manam Yasovardhana. The Court found sufficient evidence, particularly the testimony of the pillion rider, to establish liability. The Tribunal's award of compensation was also affirmed, recognizing the deceased's age and income at the time of the accident.