Compulsory Acquisition: Govt. Helping Hand

The government acts as a facilitator by invoking its powers under the principle of
eminent domain3 and makes compulsory acquisition of land for a company. Land can be acquired by the government under Land Acquisition Act, 1894 (“the Act”) and specific legislations.Public purpose does not mean that company should acquire land for charitable purposes.Acquisition of land for housing project,18 expansion of a company engaged in the supply of electricity
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