UNION OF INDIA vs SAVJIRAM

The Supreme Court addressed the valuation of land and structures under the Land Acquisition Act, 1894, specifically Sections 4 and 6. The Court held that the Land Acquisition Officer's deduction of 5% depreciation from the valuation of houses was erroneous, affirming the civil court's decision that no depreciation should be applied. The Court upheld the High Court's dismissal of the Union of India's appeal, reinforcing that landowners are entitled to full compensation without depreciation deductions.