STATE OF U.P. vs HARI RAM

The Supreme Court addressed the issue of compensation under the Land Acquisition Act, 1894, specifically referring to Section 23 and Section 24. The Court established that the determination of compensation must consider the market value of the land at the time of acquisition, along with any potential benefits to the landowners. The appeals were allowed, and the compensation awarded by the lower courts was enhanced based on the principles laid down in the judgment.