NEW INDIA ASSURANCE CO.LTD. vs GOPALI .

The Supreme Court addressed the challenges faced by economically disadvantaged individuals in accessing justice, emphasizing the State's obligation under Article 39A of the Constitution to provide free legal aid. The Court upheld the Rajasthan High Court's decision to enhance compensation under Section 173 of the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988, for the dependants of a road accident victim, highlighting the need for timely justice and the financial burdens on claimants. The Court ordered the appellant to pay the enhanced compensation with interest, reinforcing the principle that justice should be accessible to all, regardless of economic status.