Rameshwar Ram & Ors vs State Of Bihar & Ors

The Supreme Court upheld the order of the Patna High Court directing the Collector to comply with the Board of Revenue's directive regarding land transfers made without permission after 9.9.70, emphasizing that such lands should be included in the ceiling area of the landholder. The Court clarified that the appellants must be given notice and an opportunity to present their case before any final order is made by the Collector regarding the cancellation of parchas. The appeal was disposed of with a directive for the Collector to decide the matter within three months, with no costs awarded.