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In cases where an injury results in pain and suffering, how is the compensation amount determined?
In cases where an injury results in pain and suffering, how is the compensation amount determined?
What is the maximum compensation payable for any single injury, according to rule 3?
What is the maximum compensation payable for any single injury, according to rule 3?
If multiple injuries are caused by the same accident, what is the maximum total compensation payable?
If multiple injuries are caused by the same accident, what is the maximum total compensation payable?
If an individual receives initial compensation for an injury and later dies due to the same injury, what additional compensation is payable?
If an individual receives initial compensation for an injury and later dies due to the same injury, what additional compensation is payable?
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What is the compensation payable for the loss of both hands or amputation at higher sites?
What is the compensation payable for the loss of both hands or amputation at higher sites?
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What is the compensation payable for the death of a person?
What is the compensation payable for the death of a person?
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What is the compensation amount for double amputation through the leg or thigh, or amputation through the leg or thigh on one side and loss of the other foot?
What is the compensation amount for double amputation through the leg or thigh, or amputation through the leg or thigh on one side and loss of the other foot?
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Who has the authority to determine the compensation amount for the loss, destruction, or deterioration of goods or animals?
Who has the authority to determine the compensation amount for the loss, destruction, or deterioration of goods or animals?
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What is the primary focus when determining compensation for loss, destruction, or deterioration of goods or animals?
What is the primary focus when determining compensation for loss, destruction, or deterioration of goods or animals?
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Which of these options is NOT considered a factor when determining compensation for pain and suffering?
Which of these options is NOT considered a factor when determining compensation for pain and suffering?
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What compensation is provided for absolute deafness?
What compensation is provided for absolute deafness?
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Which of the following injuries warrants a compensation of $3,20,000?
Which of the following injuries warrants a compensation of $3,20,000?
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What is the compensation amount for very severe facial disfigurement?
What is the compensation amount for very severe facial disfigurement?
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Which condition results in a compensation of $2,40,000?
Which condition results in a compensation of $2,40,000?
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How much compensation is assigned for loss of a thumb?
How much compensation is assigned for loss of a thumb?
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What injury results in the highest compensation among the options provided?
What injury results in the highest compensation among the options provided?
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What is the compensation for amputation from 8" from the tip of acromion to less than 4 1/2" below the tip of olecranon?
What is the compensation for amputation from 8" from the tip of acromion to less than 4 1/2" below the tip of olecranon?
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Which of the following injuries has the lowest compensation listed?
Which of the following injuries has the lowest compensation listed?
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Which injury is associated with a compensation of $3,60,000?
Which injury is associated with a compensation of $3,60,000?
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What is the effective date of the Railway Accidents and Untoward Incidents (Compensation) Amendment Rules 1997?
What is the effective date of the Railway Accidents and Untoward Incidents (Compensation) Amendment Rules 1997?
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Which of the following defines 'untoward incident' as mentioned in the Railway Act?
Which of the following defines 'untoward incident' as mentioned in the Railway Act?
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According to the Railway Accidents and Untoward Incidents (Compensation) Amendment, what does the term 'Claims Tribunal' refer to?
According to the Railway Accidents and Untoward Incidents (Compensation) Amendment, what does the term 'Claims Tribunal' refer to?
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What amount is payable for an injury that deprives a person of all capacity to work?
What amount is payable for an injury that deprives a person of all capacity to work?
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Which section of the Railway Act deals with the definition of an 'accident'?
Which section of the Railway Act deals with the definition of an 'accident'?
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Which of these terms is specifically defined in the Railway Accidents and Untoward Incidents (Compensation) Amendment Rules 1997?
Which of these terms is specifically defined in the Railway Accidents and Untoward Incidents (Compensation) Amendment Rules 1997?
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What is the purpose of the Railway Accidents and Untoward Incidents (Compensation) Rules?
What is the purpose of the Railway Accidents and Untoward Incidents (Compensation) Rules?
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What must be true for an injury to receive compensation under Part II or Part III of the Schedule?
What must be true for an injury to receive compensation under Part II or Part III of the Schedule?
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What term is designated for an incident that results in claims for compensation under the Railway Act?
What term is designated for an incident that results in claims for compensation under the Railway Act?
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In which year was the Railway Claims Tribunal Act enacted?
In which year was the Railway Claims Tribunal Act enacted?
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What is the amount for loss of all toes of both feet through the metatarso-phalangeal joint?
What is the amount for loss of all toes of both feet through the metatarso-phalangeal joint?
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Which injury compensation amount is greater, the amputation of both feet resulting in end-bearing stumps or the amputation below hip with stump exceeding 5"?
Which injury compensation amount is greater, the amputation of both feet resulting in end-bearing stumps or the amputation below hip with stump exceeding 5"?
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What is the specified compensation for the loss of one eye without complications?
What is the specified compensation for the loss of one eye without complications?
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Which of the following fractures involves the least compensation?
Which of the following fractures involves the least compensation?
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For amputation at the hip, what is the compensation amount?
For amputation at the hip, what is the compensation amount?
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How much compensation is awarded for loss of four fingers of one hand?
How much compensation is awarded for loss of four fingers of one hand?
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What is the compensation for the amputation of one foot resulting in end-bearing?
What is the compensation for the amputation of one foot resulting in end-bearing?
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What is the compensation amount for a fracture of the major bone, both limbs?
What is the compensation amount for a fracture of the major bone, both limbs?
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What is the compensation for a fracture of the femur tibia in one limb?
What is the compensation for a fracture of the femur tibia in one limb?
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What is the compensation for loss of all toes of one foot through the metatarso-phalangeal joint?
What is the compensation for loss of all toes of one foot through the metatarso-phalangeal joint?
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If a person suffers an injury that results in the complete loss of both hands, what is the compensation amount payable under the Schedule?
If a person suffers an injury that results in the complete loss of both hands, what is the compensation amount payable under the Schedule?
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What is the maximum total compensation payable for injuries caused by a single accident when more than one injury is involved?
What is the maximum total compensation payable for injuries caused by a single accident when more than one injury is involved?
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A person is awarded compensation for an injury that is less than the amount payable for their death, but later succumbs to the same injury. What amount of further compensation is payable to their beneficiaries?
A person is awarded compensation for an injury that is less than the amount payable for their death, but later succumbs to the same injury. What amount of further compensation is payable to their beneficiaries?
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What is the maximum compensation payable under Rule 3 for any single person, regardless of the nature or severity of their injury?
What is the maximum compensation payable under Rule 3 for any single person, regardless of the nature or severity of their injury?
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Which of the following scenarios falls under the category of injuries for which compensation is payable under Part II of the Schedule?
Which of the following scenarios falls under the category of injuries for which compensation is payable under Part II of the Schedule?
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A person suffers an accident that leads to loss of a foot and an amputation of the hand through the wrist joint. Which rule applies for determining compensation?
A person suffers an accident that leads to loss of a foot and an amputation of the hand through the wrist joint. Which rule applies for determining compensation?
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What is the compensation for the loss of a thumb where the terminal phalanx is lost?
What is the compensation for the loss of a thumb where the terminal phalanx is lost?
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Which injury results in a compensation amount of $1,20,000?
Which injury results in a compensation amount of $1,20,000?
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What is the basis for determining compensation for injuries that cause pain and suffering but are not explicitly listed under the Schedule?
What is the basis for determining compensation for injuries that cause pain and suffering but are not explicitly listed under the Schedule?
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Which injury results in a compensation of $3,20,000?
Which injury results in a compensation of $3,20,000?
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For which injury is the compensation amount the same as that for loss of all toes of both feet distal to the proximal interphalangeal joint?
For which injury is the compensation amount the same as that for loss of all toes of both feet distal to the proximal interphalangeal joint?
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If a person suffers injuries that result in both the loss of a hand and a foot, and the loss of their sense of taste, what is the maximum total compensation payable?
If a person suffers injuries that result in both the loss of a hand and a foot, and the loss of their sense of taste, what is the maximum total compensation payable?
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Which of the following scenarios would NOT require the Claims Tribunal to determine the compensation amount based on individual circumstances and medical evidence?
Which of the following scenarios would NOT require the Claims Tribunal to determine the compensation amount based on individual circumstances and medical evidence?
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Based on the provided information, which of these categories is NOT directly addressed in the compensation guidelines?
Based on the provided information, which of these categories is NOT directly addressed in the compensation guidelines?
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A person experiences significant deterioration of their goods during a train accident. In determining the compensation amount, what is the primary factor considered?
A person experiences significant deterioration of their goods during a train accident. In determining the compensation amount, what is the primary factor considered?
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Which of the following injuries results in a compensation that is a multiple of $40,000?
Which of the following injuries results in a compensation that is a multiple of $40,000?
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Which injury, listed in the document, results in the lowest compensation amount?
Which injury, listed in the document, results in the lowest compensation amount?
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If a person suffers an injury resulting in the loss of a hand and also experiences very severe facial disfigurement, what is the total compensation amount payable?
If a person suffers an injury resulting in the loss of a hand and also experiences very severe facial disfigurement, what is the total compensation amount payable?
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Which of the following injuries results in the highest compensation amount?
Which of the following injuries results in the highest compensation amount?
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Which of these injuries has a compensation amount that is directly a multiple of $1,00,000?
Which of these injuries has a compensation amount that is directly a multiple of $1,00,000?
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What is the difference in compensation between amputation below hip with stump exceeding 5" but not beyond middle thigh and amputation below hip with stump not exceeding 5" in length measured from tip of great trench-anter?
What is the difference in compensation between amputation below hip with stump exceeding 5" but not beyond middle thigh and amputation below hip with stump not exceeding 5" in length measured from tip of great trench-anter?
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Which of the listed conditions results in a compensation of $1,60,000?
Which of the listed conditions results in a compensation of $1,60,000?
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Which of these injuries would result in a compensation amount that is directly proportional to its severity?
Which of these injuries would result in a compensation amount that is directly proportional to its severity?
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Which of these injuries has a compensation amount that is a multiple of $10,000?
Which of these injuries has a compensation amount that is a multiple of $10,000?
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What is the total compensation for a person who sustains the following injuries: fracture of the spine with paraplegia, loss of all toes of both feet through the metatarso-phalangeal joint, and amputation of one foot resulting in end-bearing?
What is the total compensation for a person who sustains the following injuries: fracture of the spine with paraplegia, loss of all toes of both feet through the metatarso-phalangeal joint, and amputation of one foot resulting in end-bearing?
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Which of these conditions has a compensation amount different from all the others?
Which of these conditions has a compensation amount different from all the others?
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Which of the following statements is TRUE based on the information provided about the provided injuries in the text?
Which of the following statements is TRUE based on the information provided about the provided injuries in the text?
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Which injury listed in the text has a compensation amount exactly twice the amount for loss of a thumb?
Which injury listed in the text has a compensation amount exactly twice the amount for loss of a thumb?
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Based on the provided information about the compensation amounts, which one of these statements is NOT TRUE?
Based on the provided information about the compensation amounts, which one of these statements is NOT TRUE?
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Which of the following injuries would qualify for the compensation amount of rupees four lakhs?
Which of the following injuries would qualify for the compensation amount of rupees four lakhs?
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What is the compensation amount for amputation below the shoulder with a stump less than 8" from the tip of the acromion?
What is the compensation amount for amputation below the shoulder with a stump less than 8" from the tip of the acromion?
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What is the compensation amount for the loss of a thumb?
What is the compensation amount for the loss of a thumb?
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Which of the following injuries would result in a compensation amount of $2,40,000?
Which of the following injuries would result in a compensation amount of $2,40,000?
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What is the compensation amount for amputation through the shoulder joint?
What is the compensation amount for amputation through the shoulder joint?
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Which of these injuries results in a compensation of $1,20,000?
Which of these injuries results in a compensation of $1,20,000?
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What is the compensation amount for amputation from 8" from the tip of the acromion to less than 4 1/2" below the tip of the olecranon?
What is the compensation amount for amputation from 8" from the tip of the acromion to less than 4 1/2" below the tip of the olecranon?
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What is the compensation amount for absolute deafness?
What is the compensation amount for absolute deafness?
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What does the term "accident" refer to in the context of these rules?
What does the term "accident" refer to in the context of these rules?
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Which of the following is NOT considered a factor in determining "pain and suffering" compensation?
Which of the following is NOT considered a factor in determining "pain and suffering" compensation?
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What is the primary authority responsible for determining compensation amounts for injuries?
What is the primary authority responsible for determining compensation amounts for injuries?
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What is the maximum compensation payable for any single person, regardless of the nature or severity of their injury?
What is the maximum compensation payable for any single person, regardless of the nature or severity of their injury?
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What amount of compensation is payable for an injury that, according to the Claims Tribunal, completely prevents a person from working?
What amount of compensation is payable for an injury that, according to the Claims Tribunal, completely prevents a person from working?
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Which of these options describes an "untoward incident" as defined in the Railway Act?
Which of these options describes an "untoward incident" as defined in the Railway Act?
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What legal act governs the establishment of the Railway Claims Tribunal?
What legal act governs the establishment of the Railway Claims Tribunal?
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Which section of the Railway Act addresses the definition of an "accident"?
Which section of the Railway Act addresses the definition of an "accident"?
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In which year was the Railway Act enacted?
In which year was the Railway Act enacted?
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What is the compensation amount for the loss of three fingers of one hand?
What is the compensation amount for the loss of three fingers of one hand?
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How much compensation is payable for a fracture of the major bone, both limbs (Femur Tibia)?
How much compensation is payable for a fracture of the major bone, both limbs (Femur Tibia)?
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What compensation is provided for amputation below hip with a stump exceeding 5" in length, but not beyond the middle thigh?
What compensation is provided for amputation below hip with a stump exceeding 5" in length, but not beyond the middle thigh?
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Which of the following injuries results in a compensation of $1,60,000?
Which of the following injuries results in a compensation of $1,60,000?
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What is the compensation amount for the amputation of one foot resulting in an end-bearing stump?
What is the compensation amount for the amputation of one foot resulting in an end-bearing stump?
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What is the compensation for the loss of all toes of both feet through the metatarso-phalangeal joint?
What is the compensation for the loss of all toes of both feet through the metatarso-phalangeal joint?
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Which injury is associated with a compensation amount of 3,20,000?
Which injury is associated with a compensation amount of 3,20,000?
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What is the compensation amount for a fracture of the pelvis, not involving a joint?
What is the compensation amount for a fracture of the pelvis, not involving a joint?
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What is the compensation for the amputation of both feet resulting in end-bearing stumps?
What is the compensation for the amputation of both feet resulting in end-bearing stumps?
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What is the compensation amount for the loss of one eye without complications, the other being normal?
What is the compensation amount for the loss of one eye without complications, the other being normal?
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Study Notes
Railway Accident (Compensation) Rules, 1990
- Rules amend the Railway Accidents and Untoward Incidents (Compensation) Rules, 1990
- Effective November 1, 1997
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Definitions:
- Accident: An incident as described in Section 124 of the Act
- Act: The Railway Act, 1989 (Act 24 of 1989)
- Claims Tribunal: The Railway Claims Tribunal established under Section 3 of the Railway Claims Tribunal Act, 1987 (Act 54 of 1987)
- Schedule: The schedule to these rules
- Untoward Incident: Incident defined in Section 123 of the Act
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Claims for Compensation:
- Compensation amounts are detailed in the schedule
- For injuries not listed in the schedule but causing complete incapacitation, the compensation is set at 4,00,000 rupees.
- For multiple injuries in a single accident, compensation is payable for each injury, but the total compensation cannot exceed 80,000 rupees.
- Compensation for pain and suffering is determined by the Claims Tribunal based on medical evidence and other circumstances.
- If an injury leads to death later, the difference between the amount payable for death and the previously paid compensation is added.
- Compensation for loss, destruction, or deterioration of goods or animals is determined by the Claims Tribunal, based on reasonableness.
- Total compensation for any one person cannot exceed 4 lakh rupees.
Compensation Amounts (Schedule)
- Detailed amounts for different types of injuries and death are presented, ranging from 80,000 rupees to 4,00,000 rupees, depending on the severity of the injury or death.
- Specific amounts are listed for various injuries like loss of limbs, sight, paralysis, and different types of fractures.
- Compensation for amputation below shoulder with a stump shorter than 8 inches from the acromion tip is 3,20,000 rupees.
- Amputation of both hands and arms is 4,00,000 rupees.
- Compensation amounts vary widely for different injury types and severities. This is detailed in the schedule which includes losses like loss of fingers, toes, and various amputations.
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This quiz covers the Railway Accident (Compensation) Rules established in 1990, which detail the compensation framework for railway accidents in India. It includes definitions, claims procedures, and compensation amounts for injuries sustained during such incidents. Test your knowledge of the rules and the associated legal frameworks.
