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Strict rules of evidence as applicable in a criminal trial, are not applicable in motor accident compensation cases: SC
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- Rajwati @Rajjo & Ors. Vs United India Insurance Company Ltd. & Ors. (Supreme Court of India)
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Rajwati @Rajjo & Ors. Vs United India Insurance Company Ltd. & Ors. (Supreme Court of India)
Conclusion: The Hon’ble Supreme Court held that that strict rules of evidence as applicable in a criminal trial, are not applicable in motor accident compensation cases. In other words, the standard of proof to be borne in mind must be of preponderance of probability and not the strict standard of proof beyond all reasonable doubt which is followed in criminal cases.
Facts: In present facts of the case, two appeals were directed against the final orders dated 29.04.2019 passe...
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