Supreme Court Quantifies Homemakers' Unpaid Labour
What was the dispute that led to this ruling? What did the Court say about homemakers? What does the ruling signify?
The Supreme Court has ruled that the unpaid domestic labor performed by homemakers must be assigned an independent economic value when calculating compensation in motor accident death cases. The court established a minimum notional income of ₹30,000 per month for this purpose, recognizing homemakers as "nation builders." A new compensation category, "loss of domestic care," has been created, with a mandated 10% increase every three years. This landmark decision stems from an appeal concerning a road accident victim's family seeking compensation. The court also emphasized the need to expedite pending motor accident compensation cases, setting a four-year limit for High Court appeals.
This Supreme Court ruling acknowledges and quantifies the economic value of unpaid domestic work, potentially leading to fairer compensation for families and recognizing the societal contribution of homemakers.
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