The recent ruling by the Supreme Court of India provided a reprieve for a Kerala bus driver who blamed his 'deformed left wrist' for a fatal accident. Here are the key points:

• The accident occurred in 2006 when the bus driver lost control of the vehicle, resulting in the death of four passengers.
• The driver had claimed that his deformed left wrist made it difficult for him to steer the bus properly, leading to the accident.
• The Kerala High Court had initially held the driver guilty of causing death due to negligence and sentenced him to two years in jail.
• However, the Supreme Court overturned the decision, considering the medical evidence that the bus driver's wrist deformity could have affected his ability to control the vehicle.
• The court emphasized that the driver's condition was a factor that needed to be taken into account while determining culpability.
• The ruling highlights the importance of considering all relevant factors when evaluating the responsibility of individuals involved in fatal accidents.

This ruling by the Supreme Court provides some relief to the bus driver, as his medical condition was taken into consideration while assessing his culpability in the accident.