Dr.M.A.A.K.Munasinghe vs Rajarata University of Sri Lanka et al. – NO.601/10-2015

In the case between Dr. M.A.A.K. Munasinghe (Petitioner) and Rajarata University of Sri Lanka, its officials, and the University Grants Commission (Respondents), the court addressed the lawfulness of the selection committee’s decision to reject an application for the post of Senior Lecturer (Grade I). It was determined that the committee’s actions were neither arbitrary nor in violation of principles of natural justice and that the petitioner did not satisfy the essential qualification requirements, specifically the submission of an individual research publication. The principle reaffirmed was that the exercise of discretion by selection authorities will not be disturbed absent demonstrable arbitrariness, unreasonableness, or violation of legal rights. Reliance was placed on applicable rec