Wanasinghe v. University Of Peradeniya And Others – sllr 2006 volume 2 page 292

In the case between Wanasinghe (on behalf of the Citizens Movement for Good Governance) and the University of Peradeniya and Others, the court addressed whether the 6th respondent, a highly qualified professor, was entitled to confirmation in his post and promotion to Senior Professor despite prolonged delays. The petition sought a writ of Mandamus compelling the respondent university authorities to confirm and promote the 6th respondent, citing procedural delays and unsubstantiated allegations regarding the 6th respondent’s conduct. It was held that the delays in confirmation and promotion were unjustified, arising primarily due to personal animosity and improper conduct by the 2nd respondent. The court reaffirmed the principle that legitimate career advancement cannot be withheld based o