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In case of a missing original policy document during claim settlement, what is the usual procedure followed by insurers?

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Insurance Awareness - Life Insurance - LIC
In case of a missing original policy document during claim settlement, what is the usual procedure followed by insurers?
AClaim is rejected outright
BClaimant must submit a duplicate policy certificate
CClaim is settled without any documents
DClaimant must file a police complaint and indemnity bond
Step-by-Step Solution
  1. Step 1: Understand missing policy document scenario

    Original policy document is crucial but sometimes lost or misplaced.
  2. Step 2: Insurer's procedure

    Insurers require a police complaint for loss and an indemnity bond from claimant to protect against fraud.
  3. Step 3: Eliminate incorrect options

    Claim is not rejected outright; duplicate certificate is not issued by insurer; claim cannot be settled without documents.
  4. Final Answer:

    Claimant must file a police complaint and indemnity bond → Option D
  5. Quick Check:

    This procedure safeguards insurer and claimant interests.
Quick Trick: Police complaint + indemnity bond for lost policy.
Common Mistakes:
MISTAKES
  • Assuming claim rejection or duplicate certificate issuance.
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