'Homemaker builds nation': SC values domestic care loss at Rs 30,000 every month | TheBriefWire
'Homemaker builds nation': SC values domestic care loss at Rs 30,000 every month
Published 11 June 2026 ยท india
The Supreme Court has recognized homemakers as 'nation builders' and ruled that the loss of their domestic care services should be a separate head of
The Supreme Court has recognized homemakers as 'nation builders' and ruled that the loss of their domestic care services should be a separate head of compensation in motor accident claims. The court fixed a notional monthly income of Rs 30,000 for assessing this loss, emphasizing the substantial economic and social value of their contributions to families and society.
Published: June 11, 2026 โข 2:40 PM IST ยท Updated: June 11, 2026 โข 3:02 PM ISTBy TheBriefWire Editorial Team
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The Supreme Court has recognized homemakers as 'nation builders' and ruled that the loss of their domestic care services should be a separate head of compensation in motor accident claims.
The court fixed a notional monthly income of Rs 30,000 for assessing this loss, emphasizing the substantial economic and social value of their contributions to families and society.