ASHRAFI vs STATE OF HARYANA .

The Supreme Court addressed the issue of compensation for land acquisition under the Land Acquisition Act, 1894, specifically referencing Section 23 and Section 24. The Court established that the compensation must reflect the market value of the land at the time of acquisition, and any delay in payment of compensation would entitle the landowners to additional interest. The appeals were allowed, and the compensation awarded by the lower courts was enhanced accordingly.