Radha Krishna & Anr vs Gokul & Ors

The Supreme Court addressed an appeal regarding compensation under Section 166 of the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988, following a road accident that resulted in the death of a 19-year-old student. The Court held that the compensation awarded by the Tribunal was inadequate, emphasizing the need for a proper assessment of future earnings and dependency. The Court directed a re-evaluation of the compensation amount, considering the deceased's potential income and the impact of his untimely death on the family.