Railway Claims Tribunal Act, 1987–Sec. 23–Award of Rs. 5,60,000/- in the case of personal injuries–Plea of the appellant that the respondent was not having a valid ticket–Respondent fell down from the train, sustained injuries and he was taken to hospital–On his condition being serious, he was referred of SMS hospital where he undergone for operation and remained hospitalized for various days–In such circumstances, the ticket for travelling in the train might had lost–Appellant failed to lead the evidence to show that he had not purchased the ticket–Claimant is not required to prove the facts beyond reasonable doubt in case of beneficial legislation–He submitted his affidavit with specific averments–Held, no interference is required in the impugned findings.
