Anil Prasanna Balalle vs Galgamuwa Pradeshiya Sabha and others – SC FR 275/2015-2025

The court addressed the alleged violation of Fundamental Rights under Articles 12(1) and 14(1)(g) of the Constitution concerning the arbitrary allocation of office spaces in a government building. It was determined that the allocation process lacked proper public notice and transparency, favoring certain respondents. The court held that Article 12(1) was violated due to arbitrary actions by the respondents but found no violation of Article 14(1)(g) as the situation did not prevent the petitioners from practicing their profession. This decision reaffirmed the principle of equality before the law and the importance of due process in the allocation of public resources. The ruling relied on constitutional provisions regarding fundamental rights and the principle of natural justice, emphasizing