K.G. Ranjith Wanaraja vs. N.K. Illangakoon – CA WRIT APPLICATION NO. 582/2011-2011

The case between K.G. Ranjith Wanaraja, Chief Inspector of Police, and N.K. Illangakoon, Inspector General of Police, among others, addressed the issue of whether the transfer of the petitioner was effectuated under the powers of the Public Service Commission or another delegated authority, and the corresponding question of the Court’s jurisdiction under such circumstances. It was held that the transfer, effected after obtaining approval from the Secretary to the Defense exercising Public Service Commission powers, placed the matter outside the Court’s jurisdiction by virtue of Article 61A of the Constitution. This decision reaffirmed the principle that the Court’s jurisdiction is ousted in proceedings arising from actions taken under the powers of the Public Service Commission, as restric