A.P.STATE ROAD TRANSPORT CORPN. vs P.VENKAIAH

The Supreme Court addressed the validity of compensation awarded under the Land Acquisition Act, 1894, specifically referencing Section 4(1). The Court held that in the absence of evidence from the vendor or vendee, documents cannot be relied upon to enhance compensation, reaffirming the principles established in Kumari Veeraiah & ors. vs. State of A.P. and State of Bihar vs. Madheshwar Prasad. Consequently, the Court set aside the High Court's judgment and remitted the matter to the reference court for fresh disposal with an opportunity to adduce evidence.