Jinasena v University of Colombo and Others – sllr 2003 volume 2 page 286

In the case between Jinasena (the petitioner) and the University of Colombo and Others (including the University Grants Commission, the University Council, and the Vice Chancellor), the court addressed the lawfulness of disciplinary proceedings culminating in the termination of the petitioner’s services as Deputy Registrar. The issue considered whether the interdiction, charge sheet, and subsequent dismissal were lawfully executed under the Universities Act and associated regulations, as well as whether procedural fairness and natural justice requirements had been satisfied. It was held that the disciplinary steps, including interdiction and termination, were valid and within the statutory authority of the University Council and Vice Chancellor, with the relevant procedures properly follow