Bombay High Court proposes fresh election for Asiatic Society amid membership row
Indian Express·4h ago·Neutral
What Happened
The Bombay High Court indicated it will order a completely fresh election for the Asiatic Society's managing committee, including new nominations and voter verification. Founded in 1804, the society promotes research in history, archaeology, and literature. The court heard petitions challenging the Charity Commissioner's March 13 order deferring elections. The dispute involves eligibility of 1,467 newly enrolled members added after nominations were frozen. Justice Dubash suggested a practical resolution involving fresh elections with revised voter lists.
Key Entities
Bombay High CourtAsiatic SocietyJustice Farhan P DubashKumar KetkarCharity Commissioner Amogh KalotiVinay SahasrabuddheAdvocate General Milind Sathe