P.A. THOMAS & ANR vs M. MOHAMMED TAJUDDIN & ANR

The Supreme Court interpreted Section 2(4)(ii)(a) of the Tamil Nadu City Protection Act, 1922, determining that a tenant retains status if they maintain effective control over the business despite partnership changes. The Court held that the first defendant did not continue effective control post-partnership formation, as evidenced by the second defendant's management of the business. Consequently, the High Court's finding was upheld, and the matter was remitted for further evidence collection.