A. T. Muditha Sahandani vs. University Grants Commission and Others – WRT-286/20-2023

In the case between A. T. Muditha Sahandani (Plaintiff) and the University Grants Commission, the Selection Committee, and the University Services Appeals Board (Defendants), the court addressed the lawfulness of a recruitment process for the post of Assistant Registrar/Assistant Secretary. The main issues considered included whether the full marking scheme for the interview was disclosed to the petitioner in advance, the proper constitution and functioning of the Selection Committee, and whether the University Services Appeals Board (USAB) acted within its legal authority when dismissing the petitioner’s appeal on grounds of lacking jurisdiction. It was held that the marking scheme was duly provided, the interview process adhered to established procedures, and the constitution of the Sele