IVO AGNELO SANTIMANO FERNANDES vs GOVERNMENT OF GOA

The Supreme Court addressed the issue of compensation under the Land Acquisition Act, 1894, specifically under Section 18 and Section 31(2). The Court held that the compensation awarded by the Land Acquisition Collector was upheld, and the legal representatives of the deceased landowner were entitled to the compensation amount, including severance charges and statutory benefits. The Court clarified the apportionment of compensation among the legal heirs, emphasizing the need for proper notification of death to the government for the disbursement of funds.