N. Balaji vs Virendra Singh & Ors

The Supreme Court addressed the validity of the election process under the Multi State Cooperative Societies Act, 1984, and the subsequent Act of 2002. It held that the election conducted with ineligible voters was improper, emphasizing the need for compliance with Section 22 of the 1984 Act regarding voting rights. The Court directed that the Minister must consider the appellant's representation regarding the election dispute and take appropriate action, thereby upholding the principles of fair electoral process in cooperative societies.