The Supreme Court of India has recently ruled on the liability of government in cases of medical negligence. Background: The case originated from a petition filed by a patient, who alleged that she had suffered injuries due to the negligence of government doctors. Parties: The petitioner argued that the government was liable for the negligence of its doctors, while the respondent contended that the government was not vicariously liable for the actions of its employees. Legal issues: The court examined the principles of tort law, focusing on the concept of vicarious liability and the duty of care owed by government hospitals to their patients. Court observations: The Supreme Court observed that the government was liable for the negligence of its doctors, as the doctors were acting in the course of their employment and the government had a duty to ensure that its hospitals provided adequate medical care to patients. Significance: This judgment has significant implications for the provision of medical services in government hospitals, as it emphasizes the need for government hospitals to ensure that their doctors provide adequate medical care to patients.