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january 2024

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.

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