URBAN IMPROVEMENT TRUST JODHPUR vs GOKUL NARAIN

The Supreme Court held that under Section 52 of the Rajasthan Urban Improvement Act, 1959, the compensation for acquired land must be calculated in accordance with the provisions of the Land Acquisition Act, 1894, as amended by Act 68 of 1984. The Court emphasized that the respondent was not entitled to claim adjustment of previously paid amounts towards interest. The appeal was allowed, and the High Court's order was set aside, directing the calculation of compensation and interest as per the applicable statutory provisions.