Supreme Court of India · 2024-01-29
P.C. Jain vs R.P. Singh
- Court
- Supreme Court of India
- Petitioner
- P.C. Jain
- Respondent
- R.P. Singh
- Author
- B.R. Gavai
- Bench
- B.R. Gavai
Judgment text excerpt
The Supreme Court upheld the NCDRC's order granting compensation of Rs. 2 Lakhs to P.C. Jain for medical negligence under the Consumer Protection Act, 1986, specifically referencing Section 2(1)(g) and Section 14. The Court found that the SCDRC had erred in dismissing the complaint on jurisdictional grounds, reaffirming that the DCDRC had the authority to adjudicate the matter. The interest rate was modified from 12% to 6%, but the compensation amount was maintained, ensuring the complainant's rights were protected.