VISHWESHA THIRTHA SWAMIARI & ORS vs STATE OF MYSORE AND ANR.

The Supreme Court upheld the validity of the Mysore Land Revenue (Surcharge) Act, 1961, stating that it falls within the legislative competence of the Mysore legislature and does not violate Articles 14, 19, or 31 of the Constitution. The Court emphasized that the assessment rates fixed under the Ryotwari settlement could be altered post the 30-year period, and the surcharge imposed was lawful. Consequently, the appeals challenging the High Court's decision were dismissed.