S.S. Rana vs Registrar, Co-Operative Societies & ...

The Supreme Court held that the Kangra Central Co-operative Bank Ltd is not a 'State' under Article 12 of the Constitution of India, affirming the High Court's dismissal of the writ petition. The Court emphasized that the State's control over the Society was not deep and pervasive, as it could appoint only one out of three directors. The Court also noted that the principles of natural justice were not violated, as the appellant was not entitled to a copy of the inquiry report under the applicable rules. Consequently, the appeal was dismissed, upholding the termination of the appellant's services.