Anthony Weranga Pushpika De Silva vs University of Ruhuna et al. – CA WRT/408/19-2022

In the case between Anthony Weranga Pushpika De Silva (Petitioner) and the University of Ruhuna along with its Vice Chancellor, Registrar, Deans, and other officials (Respondents), the court addressed the legality of the Petitioner’s suspension and subsequent expulsion from studentship following allegations of disciplinary breaches. It was determined that the University’s actions, including the disciplinary inquiry, suspension, and escalation to expulsion upon appeal, did not violate principles of natural justice or proportionality. The findings established that the procedures under the University’s by-laws had been properly followed, and the Petitioner had been given ample opportunity to make representations at each stage. Lack of provision for cross-examination was found consistent with