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Issues Involved:
Delay condonation; Compliance with court orders for payment of compensation money; Contempt proceedings for non-payment; Land Acquisition Act provisions; Jurisdiction to punish for contempt; Appeal against contempt proceedings; Unconditional apology and discharge of contempt rule; Expedited disposal of pending first appeal. Delay Condonation and Compliance with Court Orders: The appeals were filed against a judgment ordering payment of balance award money to respondents. The High Court accepted the appellants' apology for non-payment and directed them to deposit the compensation money within two weeks. The Collector's application to vacate the contempt rule was not considered, as he could not challenge the award under the Land Acquisition Act. The appellant argued that the land had vested in the State Government under a specific Act, and the claimants' decree was obtained by fraud. The State filed appeals against the judgment and decree, with interim payments made during the proceedings. Contempt Proceedings and Land Acquisition Act Provisions: The State contended that no compensation was payable as they owned the land, leading to a dispute over payment. The High Court directed partial payments to claimants, with subsequent applications and orders regarding the compensation amount. The State argued against contempt proceedings, stating that claimants could execute the award instead. The Court emphasized that contempt should not be used for execution purposes and that claimants had alternative legal remedies available. Jurisdiction to Punish for Contempt and Appeal Against Contempt Proceedings: The Court discussed the misuse of contempt and the need to maintain the dignity of the legal system. It noted that contempt was not a tool for enforcing money decrees and that claimants should follow proper legal procedures for recovery. The appellants challenged the contempt proceedings, highlighting the State's payment of approximately Rs. 50 lakhs despite disputing the claimants' entitlement. Unconditional Apology and Discharge of Contempt Rule: The High Court rejected the appellants' request to discharge the contempt rule, leading to an appeal. The Court clarified that an appeal was maintainable against orders related to contempt proceedings. It emphasized the importance of accepting unconditional apologies and discontinuing proceedings when appropriate. Expedited Disposal of Pending First Appeal: The Court allowed the appeal, setting aside the contempt rule issued by the High Court. It directed the expedited disposal of the pending first appeal, considering the State's claim that the property had vested in the Government. The appeals were disposed of without costs. This detailed analysis covers the issues involved in the legal judgment, addressing each aspect comprehensively while preserving the legal terminology and significant phrases from the original text.
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