Atma Singh (Died) Through Lrs. & Ors vs State Of Haryana & Anr

The Supreme Court upheld the High Court's determination of compensation for land acquisition under the Land Acquisition Act, specifically referencing Section 23(1) and Section 24. The Court clarified that 'market value' should reflect the price a willing buyer would pay to a willing seller, considering the land's condition and potential, while excluding advantages from the acquisition scheme. The Court affirmed the High Court's assessment of Rs.80,000 per acre after deductions, and confirmed entitlement to statutory sums under Sections 23(1-A), 23(2), and 28 of the Act.