SARYUG SINGH (DEAD) THR. LRS. vs NATIONAL SEEDS CORPORATION .

The Supreme Court upheld the High Court's decision limiting compensation to Rs.50,000, stating that the deceased employee voluntarily relinquished service and was not entitled to back wages for 23 years. The Court directed the National Seeds Corporation to pay an additional Rs.1,00,000 as full and final settlement to the widow of the deceased employee, with interest at 12% per annum if not paid within six weeks. The ruling emphasizes the principle of voluntary relinquishment in employment disputes.