Ramakant Dattatraya Deshpande vs Dadu Bhagoji Patil (D) Thru. Lrs. & Ors

The Supreme Court addressed the interpretation of the Bombay Tenancy and Agricultural Lands Act, 1948, particularly Sections 31, 32, and 43A, in the context of tenancy termination and the status of 'deemed purchaser'. The Court held that the landlord, having been a minor on 'Tillers' Day', had his rights preserved until he attained majority, allowing him to terminate the tenancy due to non-payment of rent. The Court upheld the landlord's right to regain possession of the agricultural lands, reversing the High Court's remand order.