Overview

• A bench of Justices P.S. Narasimha and R. Mahadevan dismissed the special leave petition by the family of N. S. Ravisha seeking Rs 80 lakh in compensation
• The Supreme Court affirmed the Karnataka High Court’s November 23 order and the Motor Accident Tribunal’s original refusal to award any payout
• Justices cited the self-tort principle under Indian motor accident law, ruling that insurers are exempt when the insured’s negligence directly leads to death
• The case stems from Ravisha’s June 18, 2014 high-speed crash near Mylanahalli Gate in Arasikere after he broke multiple traffic regulations
• The decision clarifies the legal limits of motor insurance coverage and sends a clear deterrent message against stunt and negligent driving