My neighbor’s association in Janak Puri’s B-3A block, a smaller complex, is challenging the registration of our larger association in court. They argue their building should have more power because it’s governed by the Apartment Act. Can a smaller association really overrule a bigger one like ours? This seems unfair, especially since our association was registered first.

Under Indian law, the size of an association does not automatically grant it greater power over another. The Apartment Act applies to all apartment complexes regardless of size, and the court will likely consider factors like registration date, existing bylaws, and the specific provisions of the Act to determine which association has legitimate authority. The fact that your association was registered first could be a significant factor in the court’s decision.