TOTA RAM vs STATE OF U.P.

The Supreme Court held that under Section 28-A of the Land Acquisition Act, 1894, a person whose land is acquired can apply for re-determination of compensation within three months from the date of the court's award, regardless of prior non-application under Section 18. The Court clarified that the limitation period begins from the date of the award, and the time taken to obtain a certified copy of the award is excluded from this period. The petitioner's claim was dismissed as it was filed beyond the stipulated time frame, affirming the High Court's decision.