Ravivathani Thuraisingam v. University of Jaffna and others – SC FR APPLICATION NO: 180/2014-2021

In the case between Ravivathani Thuraisingam (Petitioner) and University of Jaffna and its Vice Chancellor, among other officials (Respondents), the Supreme Court addressed whether the selection process for the post of Lecturer (Probationary) was conducted in compliance with applicable recruitment guidelines and constitutional guarantees under Article 12(1). The Court determined that the recruitment process adhered to the marking scheme and procedural requirements as stipulated by University Grants Commission Circulars and institutional guidelines. The petitioner’s allegations of procedural irregularity, arbitrariness, and unfair comparison based on academic and professional merit were not substantiated. It was established that the marking scheme provided a fair and balanced evaluation of