Chand Many v The Collector Under the Indian Land Acquisition Act, 1894 (Civil Appeal No. 12 of 1955)
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Holding
The court considered the proper method of valuing land compulsorily acquired under the Indian Land Acquisition Act, 1894. The appeal concerned whether the compensation awarded adequately reflected the market value of the land at the date of acquisition. The court examined comparable sales and the principles for assessing compensation.
Issues
- Whether the compensation awarded for land acquired under the Indian Land Acquisition Act, 1894 was adequate.
- What principles should guide the assessment of compensation for compulsory land acquisition.
Legislation cited (2)
- Indian Land Acquisition Act, 1894 s.23
- Indian Land Acquisition Act, 1894 s.24
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