P.N.Gupta vs Rajinder Singh Dogra

The Supreme Court upheld the decision of the National Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission, which found the appellant, a doctor, liable for medical negligence under the Consumer Protection Act, 1986. The Court emphasized that the standard of care expected from medical professionals must align with established medical practices, and failure to adhere to these standards can result in liability for negligence. The appellant was ordered to pay Rs. 7,00,000 as compensation to the respondent, with interest, affirming the National Commission's findings on the appellant's deviation from accepted medical norms.