This document contains the full judgment from the Supreme Court of India regarding a land acquisition case. It delves into the interpretation of Section 24(1)(a) of the Right to Fair Compensation and Transparency in Land Acquisition Act, 2013, specifically addressing whether the two-year period under the older Land Acquisition Act, 1894, applies after its repeal. The judgment also examines the timeliness of award declarations and potential backdating. This is crucial reading for legal professionals involved in land acquisition cases and for landowners affected by such proceedings.