PEERAPPA HANMANTHA HARIJAN(D) BY LRS.&OR vs STATE OF KARNATAKA

The Supreme Court upheld the right to just and reasonable compensation for land acquisition under the Land Acquisition Act, 1894, emphasizing that the right to livelihood is a fundamental right under Article 21 of the Constitution. The Court noted the prolonged litigation faced by the appellants, who sought compensation for land acquired by the Karnataka Industrial Areas Development Board under the Karnataka Industrial Areas Development Act, 1966. The Court affirmed the need for fair compensation and remanded the matter for reconsideration by the Reference Court, ensuring the appellants' rights are protected.