GULAM YASIN KHAN vs SHRI SAHEBRAO YESHWANTRAO WALASKAR & ORS.

The Supreme Court held that mere familial relationship with an employee of a Municipal Committee does not constitute a disqualifying interest under Section 15(1) of the Central Provinces & Berar Municipalities Act, 1922. The Court clarified that 'interest' must be pecuniary or material, not sentimental. The High Court's conclusion based solely on the relationship was deemed erroneous, and the appellant's candidacy was upheld.