NAVANATH vs STATE OF MAHARASHTRA

The Supreme Court upheld the Bombay High Court's decision regarding the compensation for land acquired under the Land Acquisition Act, 1894, specifically referencing Section 23(2) for statutory allowances and Section 18 for reference to the court. The Court established that compensation must reflect the true market value of the land, including additional compensation for fruit-bearing trees and other structures. The outcome affirmed the compensation awarded by the Reference Court, ensuring that landowners received fair remuneration for their acquired properties.