Chapter XII — CLAIMS TRIBUNALS

Section 167Option regarding claims for compensation in certain cases

Section 167: Option regarding claims for compensation in certain cases

167. Option regarding claims for compensation in certain cases

Notwithstanding anything contained in the Workmen's Compensation Act, 1923 (8 of 1923), where the death of, or bodily injury to, any person gives rise to a claim for compensation under this Act and also under the Workmen's Compensation Act, 1923, the person entitled to compensation may *** claim such compensation under either of those Acts but not under both.

Amendment notes (1)
  1. 1omitted w.e.f. 15-8-2026 Certain words omitted by Act 8 of 2026 and Sch. (w.e.f. 15-8-2026).