SPL.LAND ACQUISITION OFFICER vs KARIGOWDA .

The Supreme Court addressed the interpretation of Section 23 of the Land Acquisition Act, 1894, concerning the determination of fair market value for acquired land used for agricultural purposes. The Court held that manufacturing or commercial activities conducted by the agriculturist, as a continuation of agricultural activity, can be considered in assessing the land's market value. The appeals were allowed, enhancing compensation for wet land to Rs.5,00,000 per acre, affirming the High Court's judgment on compensation rates for both wet and dry land.