# Beyond Blame: Is India Ready for No-Fault Liability in Healthcare?

## TL;DR

The paper explores whether India's healthcare system is ready to adopt a no-fault liability model, which shifts focus from blame to equitable compensation.

## Contribution

It evaluates the feasibility of no-fault liability in India by analyzing international models, legal frameworks, and stakeholder perspectives.

## Key findings

- Adopting no-fault liability could reduce blame and promote equitable compensation in healthcare.
- India's transition would require addressing legal reforms and access disparities.
- Stakeholder perspectives reveal both potential benefits and logistical challenges.

## Abstract

In contemporary healthcare systems, the pursuit of justice intertwines with fault attribution and liability determination. The exploration of no-fault liability as a potential alternative within India's healthcare landscape delves into its feasibility and implications. Drawing from international experiences, regulatory frameworks, and societal readiness, the complexities and potential benefits of adopting a no-fault liability system are elucidated. Perspectives from patients, healthcare providers, and broader societal stakeholders are considered, highlighting both the advantages and challenges associated with such a transition. Addressing disparities in access, legal reforms, and logistical hurdles underscores the groundwork necessary for potential adoption, signaling a potential paradigm shift toward equitable compensation and accountability within India's healthcare system.