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Indian Court Ruling on Regulations Regarding Death While in Active Service
Author(s): Neeladri Kumar

Abstract
Death while in active service represents a critical concern in India involving not only legal and administrative dimensions but also profound socio-economic consequences for the families of deceased employees. Employees who die while serving in government institutions public sector undertakings or private organizations are entitled to a range of benefits including pensions gratuity insurance compensation and other statutory entitlements. However ambiguities in regulations procedural delays and inconsistent application of laws have historically led to disputes litigation and social distress. This research paper critically examines judicial rulings from 2018 to 2020 that have shaped the interpretation enforcement and implementation of regulations concerning death while in active service.