S.K. PARAMASIVAM vs GOVT. OF TAMIL NADU .

The Supreme Court examined the Tamil Nadu Co-operative Act, 1983, particularly Sections 21, 23, and 170, regarding qualifications and disqualifications for membership in co-operative societies. The Court held that the eligibility criteria set forth in Bye-law 5 for Milk Producers Co-operative Societies must be adhered to, emphasizing that only genuine milk producers who meet specific conditions can become members. The judgment upheld the High Court's dismissal of the writ petitions challenging the eligibility criteria, affirming the authority of the Registrar to classify societies and enforce membership rules.