Thressiamma Jacob & Ors vs Geologist,Dptt.Of Mining & Geology ...

The Supreme Court addressed the rights of jenmom landholders in Malabar regarding ownership of minerals beneath the soil, referencing the Kerala High Court's ruling that minerals belong to the Government. The Court clarified that while the question of royalty claims is pending before a larger bench, it was necessary to determine the extent of rights held by jenmom landholders. Ultimately, the Court upheld the view that jenmom rights do not confer ownership of subsoil minerals, affirming the High Court's decision.