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Supreme Court of India · 2023-10-30

IFFCO TOKYO GENERAL INSURANCE CO. LTD. vs GEETA DEVI AND ORS.

Citation / case number
SC 2023/31991
Court
Supreme Court of India
Petitioner
IFFCO TOKYO GENERAL INSURANCE CO. LTD.
Respondent
GEETA DEVI AND ORS.
Author
HON'BLE MR. JUSTICE SANJAY KUMAR
Bench
HON'BLE MR. JUSTICE SANJAY KUMAR HON'BLE MR. JUSTICE C.T. RAVIKUMAR

Judgment text excerpt

The Supreme Court examined whether the insurance company could be held liable for compensation when the vehicle's driver possessed a fake driving license. The Delhi High Court reversed the Motor Accident Claims Tribunal's award, denying recovery rights to the insurer based on the license issue. The Court analyzed the liability of the insurance company in cases involving fraudulent licenses and the extent of its obligation to pay compensation. The judgment clarified the legal position regarding insurer liability in such circumstances, ultimately upholding the High Court's decision.

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