Accident dated 10.12.1998 -- Deceased was an agriculturist and was managing his agricultural land himself, the income of the deceased was rightly assessed as Rs.3,000/- per month -- Since the age of the deceased was 43 years, there has to be an addition of 30% to the actual income of the deceased on account of future prospects -- Deduction of 1/4th applied – Multiplier of '14' would be the appropriate -- Funeral expenses is enhanced to Rs.25,000/- -- An amount of Rs.1,00,000/- is awarded to appellants for loss of love and affection -- A further amount of Rs.1,00,000/- is awarded to widow for loss of consortium – Interest @ 7.5% per annum on enhanced amount from the date of filing the appeal till realization allowed.

(P&H HC) Decided on: 14.03.2016