Mylapore Club vs State Of Tamil Nadu & Anr

The Supreme Court upheld the validity of Sections 2 and 3 of the Madras City Tenants' Protection (Amendment) Act, 1994, which exempted tenancies of land owned by religious institutions from the Act's operation and abated pending proceedings related to such tenancies. The Court clarified that the amendment aligns with the legislative intent to protect religious institutions and charities, while ensuring that completed transactions remain valid. The judgment affirmed the High Court's decision, thereby reinforcing the legal framework governing tenant rights in relation to religious properties.