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july 2025

Supreme Court of India · 2025-07-14

Sanju Bai Prajapati vs The New India Assurance Company Ltd

Court
Supreme Court of India
Petitioner
Sanju Bai Prajapati
Respondent
The New India Assurance Company Ltd
Author
Sudhanshu Dhulia
Bench
Sudhanshu Dhulia

Judgment text excerpt

The Supreme Court examined the validity of the High Court's decision to set aside the tribunal's award of compensation in a motor accident case, where the involvement of the vehicle was in doubt. The Court considered whether the tribunal's award should be upheld despite the High Court's suspicion of the vehicle's involvement. It ultimately upheld the award, emphasizing the importance of evidence in establishing liability and compensation in motor accident claims. The case highlights the Court's approach to assessing evidence and the scope of appellate review in motor accident compensation cases.

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