Dadan Ram & Ors vs State Of Bihar & Ors

The Supreme Court addressed the rights of 'parcha holders' in proceedings under Section 45-B of the Bihar Land Reforms (Fixation of Ceiling Area and Acquisition of Surplus Land) Act, 1961. The Court held that such holders do have a right to be heard in these proceedings, emphasizing the importance of due process in land acquisition matters. The appeal against the High Court's dismissal of the L.P.A. was allowed, reinforcing the procedural rights of individuals affected by land ceiling laws.