M. MOHAN KUMAR vs P. NALLA THAMPY THERA

The Supreme Court addressed the effect of a writ of mandamus issued by a High Court directing the implementation of the Kerala Scheduled Tribes (Restriction on Transfer of Lands and Restoration of Alienated Lands) Act, 1975, in light of subsequent legislation that altered beneficiaries' rights. The Court held that the High Court's directions must be complied with, emphasizing the importance of enforcing statutory provisions for the benefit of Scheduled Tribes. The Court reaffirmed the binding nature of the High Court's orders and the necessity for timely compliance by the State authorities.