Commentary on The Right to Fair Compensation and Transparency in Land Acquisition, Rehabilitation and Resettlement Act, 2013 by Y P Bhagat – Edition Reprint 2024

Commentary on The Right to Fair Compensation and Transparency in Land Acquisition, Rehabilitation and Resettlement Act, 2013 offers an in-depth and systematic analysis of India’s modern land acquisition framework. Authored by Y.P. Bhagat, Kumar Keshav, and Ranjeeta Singh, this book critically examines the statutory provisions of the 2013 Act (Act 30 of 2013) alongside a comparative study of the repealed Land Acquisition Act, 1894.

The commentary explains the legislative intent behind reforming acquisition laws, particularly focusing on enhanced compensation mechanisms, Social Impact Assessment (SIA), consent requirements, rehabilitation and resettlement (R&R) obligations, and safeguards for affected families. It discusses acquisition for public purpose, urgency provisions, exemptions, return of unused land, and constitutional dimensions including property rights under Article 300A.

Supported by judicial interpretations and relevant case law, the book provides clarity on procedural compliance and litigation strategy in land acquisition disputes. It is particularly useful for lawyers, judges, landowners, government officials, infrastructure developers, and legal researchers engaged in property and revenue law.

This authoritative work serves as both a doctrinal analysis and a practical guide for navigating complex land acquisition proceedings under the 2013 framework.