Dissanayake v. University Sri Jayawardenapura and Two Others – sllr 1986 volume 2 page 254

In the case between Bandara Dissanayake (representing a group of students of the University of Sri Jayawardenapura) and the University of Sri Jayawardenapura, the Vice-Chancellor, and other university officials, the court addressed the extent of constitutional fundamental rights of university students—specifically freedom of speech, publication, and movement—within the context of university discipline. It was held that while these freedoms are protected, they are subject to necessary and reasonable restrictions in order to preserve order, discipline, and the reputation of university authorities. The disciplinary action taken against the petitioner—arising from the publication and circulation of a memorandum alleging misconduct by university officials—was upheld as justified and not violati