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1. Interpretation of changes in the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988 compared to the Motor Vehicles Act, 1939. 2. Requirement of insurance coverage for passengers in goods vehicles under the respective Acts. 3. Analysis of liability and insurance provisions under Section 147 of the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988. 4. Examination of the applicability of previous court decisions on insurance coverage for passengers in goods vehicles. 5. Consideration of the impact of Section 149(2) of the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988 on insurers' defences. Interpretation of Changes in the Acts: The judgment focuses on the changes between the Motor Vehicles Act, 1939, and the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988, specifically regarding the definitions of various vehicle types like goods vehicles, public service vehicles, and transport vehicles. It highlights the differences in terminology and the impact of these changes on the legal requirements for insurance coverage. Insurance Coverage for Passengers in Goods Vehicles: The court examines the provisions of the Acts concerning insurance coverage for passengers in goods vehicles. It notes that the 1988 Act does not mandate insurance for passengers in goods carriages, unlike the 1939 Act. The absence of specific provisions in the 1988 Act regarding passenger coverage in goods vehicles influences the liability of insurers in such cases. Liability and Insurance Provisions under Section 147: The judgment delves into Section 147 of the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988, which requires compulsory coverage against death or bodily injury to passengers of public service vehicles. It discusses the limitations on coverage for drivers, conductors, and employees in goods vehicles, emphasizing the absence of provisions for passengers in goods carriages. Applicability of Previous Court Decisions: The court considers the relevance of past court decisions, particularly the Mallawwa case, in the context of insurance coverage for passengers in goods vehicles under the 1988 Act. It analyzes the differences in definitions and provisions between the two Acts to determine the extent of insurance liability for passengers in goods carriages. Impact of Section 149(2) on Insurers' Defences: The judgment evaluates the implications of Section 149(2) of the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988, on insurers' defences against claims. It highlights the statutory defences available to insurers and the potential conflicts arising from court decisions that may affect insurers' ability to raise certain defences in claims related to vehicle usage. In conclusion, the judgment provides a detailed analysis of the legal implications arising from the changes in the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988 compared to the Motor Vehicles Act, 1939. It clarifies the requirements for insurance coverage for passengers in goods vehicles under the respective Acts, examines liability and insurance provisions under Section 147, and considers the impact of previous court decisions on insurance coverage. Additionally, the judgment addresses the significance of Section 149(2) on insurers' defences, emphasizing the need for a comprehensive understanding of the legislative framework to determine insurers' liabilities accurately.
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