Dahyabhai Ranchhoddas Dhobi & Anr vs State Of Gujarat & Ors

The Supreme Court upheld the dismissal of the appellants' petition against the land acquisition for a primary school under the Land Acquisition Act, 1894, specifically citing Sections 4, 5, 6, and 11A. The Court found that the State had complied with all statutory requirements, including timely declarations and awards, and that the appellants failed to participate in the mandatory Section 5A inquiry. The Court emphasized that the establishment of a school serves a public purpose and dismissed the appeal, affirming the legality of the acquisition process.