STATE OF MAHARSHTRA vs CHRISTIAN COMUNITY W.C. OF INDIA

The Supreme Court held that the Federal Bank, being a private bank, is nonetheless amenable to writ jurisdiction under Article 226 of the Constitution of India as it performs public duties and functions. The Court referenced Article 12, determining that the bank qualifies as 'other authority' due to its significant role in the banking system and public interest. The judgment of the High Court was upheld, allowing the writ petition to proceed on its merits.