K. MURUGAN ETC. ETC. vs FENCING ASSN. OF INDIA, JABALPUR & ORS. ETC. ETC.

The Supreme Court addressed the election disputes within the Indian Olympic Association, governed by the Societies Registration Act, 1860, particularly Section 3. The Court held that the rules regarding the election of the President and the functioning of the Executive Council were not adhered to, leading to a conflict between factions. The Court ultimately ruled that the interim appointment of a retired judge to oversee the Association's functions was valid, thereby upholding the need for adherence to the established rules and regulations of the Association.