Marsden Law Book

Author: Dato’ R. K. Nandy
ISBN: 9786299501527
Publication Date: June 2025
Format: Hardback + 578 pages
Country: Malaysia

…“The right to property has long been regarded as one of the cornerstones of individual liberty. Yet, as this book compellingly illustrates, that right is not without limits, particularly when balanced against the broader interests of the public. In Land Acquisition Proceedings: Principles and Procedure in Malaysia, the author examines this delicate equilibrium with remarkable depth and clarity, addressing the tensions between private property rights and the State’s prerogative to acquire land for public purposes.

This book provides a thoughtful exploration of Malaysia’s unique legal framework surrounding land acquisition, with a particular focus on the provisions of Article 13 of the Federal Constitution and the Land Acquisition Act 1960 (Act 486). As the author adeptly points out, while the State retains ultimate authority under the principle of dominium eminens, the fundamental rights of landowners are safeguarded by constitutional guarantees and statutory mechanisms designed to ensure fairness and justice.

This dual focus on power and protection makes the subject matter as compelling as it is critical. Dato’ R.K. Nandy utilises the existing legislation and case law to their fullest potential to encapsulate the essence of land acquisition matters.”…
— Foreword by The Honourable Justice Tan Sri Datuk Nallini Pathmanathan, Federal Court Judge of Malaysia