MANIPAL ACADEMY OF HIGHER EDUCATION vs STATE OF KARNATAKA .

The Supreme Court addressed the admission process for the academic year 1993-94 at Manipal Academy of Higher Education, emphasizing the need to maintain academic standards while ensuring access for Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe students. The Court directed that 180 students be admitted, excluding 75 already accommodated, and stipulated that the remaining 220 seats be filled based on merit from an All India entrance test conducted by the Medical Council of India. This order was made to prevent further delays in student admissions and to uphold the institution's standards.