Dr. H. Amarathunga vs The Monetary Board of Central Bank of Sri Lanka – CA WRIT 0319/2017-2024

In the case between Dr. H. Amarathunga and the Monetary Board of the Central Bank of Sri Lanka, the issue addressed was the validity and fairness of the promotion process for the post of Assistant Governor, specifically regarding the clarity of HRD circulars and the sufficiency of procedural compliance. It was held that the HRD circular did not create a public duty enforceable by mandamus and that non-compliance with mandatory document submission requirements rendered the application procedurally defective. The principle reaffirmed was that writ relief cannot be granted where no clear public duty exists and procedural rules are not met. Reliance was placed on statutory provisions governing writs and prior case law concerning public law remedies, underscoring the strict compliance required