Vinod Kumar Mathurseva Malvia & Anr vs Maganlal Mangaldas Gameti & Ors

The Supreme Court addressed the interpretation of Clause 9 of the scheme of the Church of Brethren General Board (India) under the Bombay Public Trust Act, 1950. The Court held that the procedure for appointing new trustees as outlined in the scheme must be adhered to, emphasizing the necessity of compliance with statutory requirements for trust administration. The appeal was dismissed, affirming the High Court's decision that the sole surviving trustee's actions were valid under the trust's governing documents.