Union Of India vs Hansoli Devi & Ors

The Supreme Court examined the interpretation of Section 28-A of the Land Acquisition Act, 1894, specifically regarding the entitlement to increased compensation. The Court addressed whether a person whose application for reference under Section 18 was dismissed on technical grounds or delay qualifies as someone who did 'not apply' under Section 28-A. Additionally, it considered whether an individual who received compensation without protest and failed to seek a reference is considered a 'person aggrieved' entitled to benefits under the said section.