K. VASUNDARA DEVI vs REVENUE DIVISIONAL OFFICER(LAO)

The Supreme Court addressed the issue of compensation for land acquisition under the Land Acquisition Act, 1894, specifically regarding the deduction for developmental charges. The Court upheld the High Court's decision to deduct 40% from the market value of the land, citing the need for adjustments when comparing small sale transactions to larger acquisitions. The Court referenced previous judgments, including Vijay Kumar Moti Lal Vs. State of Maharashtra and Administrator General of West Bengal vs. Collector, Varanasi, to establish that deductions for developmental charges are justified based on the context of the land's use and size.