M. GOPALA KRISHNA vs SPL.DY.COLLECTOR, LAND ACQ., HYDERABAD

The Supreme Court upheld the High Court's decision to reduce compensation for land acquired under the Land Acquisition Act, 1894, from Rs.108/- to Rs.60/- and Rs.65/- per square yard. The Court emphasized that the presence of a tenant constitutes an encumbrance, justifying a lower compensation rate compared to freehold land. The Court found no error in the High Court's reliance on a prior judgment and sale deed for determining uniform compensation, affirming that the reduction was justified and adequate.