CHANDRASHEKHAR vs ADDL. SPECIAL LAND ACQUISITION OFFICER

The Supreme Court addressed appeals concerning the compensation for land acquisition under the Land Acquisition Act, 1894, specifically Sections 4(1) and 6(1). The Court held that the High Court's decision to limit compensation to Rs. 23/- per square foot, despite acknowledging a higher market value of Rs. 32.20/-, was improper as it did not allow the appellants to pay the necessary court fees. The Court ruled that the appellants are entitled to enhanced compensation based on the higher market value established, thereby overturning the High Court's decision.