Dr. C. ANNACHERIAM AND ANOTHER vs ACHOTHA MENON AND OTHERS

The Supreme Court held that under Section 33 of the Marumakkattayam Act, 1932, a Karnavan can delegate management powers but not the performance of duties associated with that management. The Court found that the power of attorney executed by the Karnavan in favor of the Mukthiar was ineffective for the sale of tarwad property as it required the Karnavan's participation. The High Court's reversal of the Trial Court's decision was upheld, emphasizing that the delegation of management powers must not compromise the interests of the tarwad members.