M/S Royal Sundaram Alliance Insurance ... vs Mandala Yadagari Goud

The Supreme Court addressed the calculation of the multiplier in motor accident compensation cases, specifically whether to consider the age of the deceased or the dependents in cases involving a bachelor. The Court reaffirmed the principle established in Sube Singh & Anr. Vs. Shaym Singh (Dead) & Ors. that the age of the deceased should be the basis for the multiplier, despite arguments referencing conflicting two-judge bench decisions. The Court also noted that 50% for future prospects was granted, but clarified that 40% should have been awarded per the Pranay Sethi case. The appeal was partly allowed, maintaining the established legal principle regarding multiplier calculation under the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988.