National Insurance Co. Ltd. Vs. Swaroopa
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Head Note
Motor Vehicles Act,1988 - Section 147
Goods vehicle - Death of gratuitous passenger - Insurance Company is not liable to pay compensation and would be entitled to recover the amount if paid, from the owner of vehicle.
Motor Vehicles Act,1988 - Section 171
Constitution of India, Article 136 - Special Leave to Appeal - Interest - Compensation - Tribunal awarded interest at rate of 12% P. A. - Accident had taken place 17 years ago - Court refused to interfere with the award on the ground of rate of interest.
Topic(s)-Death of gratuitous passenger