D.B.BASNETT (D) THR. LRS. vs THE COLLECTOR

The Supreme Court addressed a land acquisition dispute involving the Agriculture Department of Sikkim and the heirs of Man Bahadur Basnett. The court examined the claims of trespass and encroachment made by the appellant, who sought possession of the land after serving a notice under Section 80 of the Code of Civil Procedure. The court ultimately ruled in favor of the appellant, affirming their right to the property and emphasizing the importance of due process in land acquisition matters.