SHRI BENOY MAZUMDAR (DEAD) BY LRS. vs THE COLLECTOR OF CACHAR

The Supreme Court examined the applicability of Section 7(1A) of the Assam Land (Requisition and Acquisition) Act, 1948, in determining compensation for land acquired for public purposes. The Court held that the nature of the land, whether fallow or for special cultivation, is crucial in deciding compensation under Section 23(1) of the Land Acquisition Act, 1894. The appeal was dismissed, affirming the lower court's decision on compensation and interest awarded from the date of possession until payment.