Penal Code, 1860–Sec. 304-A–Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973–Sec. 357-A–Sentence of six months with the fine of Rs. 1000/- –High Court modified the punishment up to a mere fine of Rs. 40,000/- –Accused is unable to pay adequate compensation–Court ought to have awarded the compensation u/s. 357-A–Held, accused is directed to pay Rs. one lakh and State is directed to pay the interim compensation of Rs. three lakh.
