P.KASILINGAM vs P.S.G. COLLEGE OF TECHNOLOGY .

The Supreme Court held that under the Tamil Nadu Private Colleges (Regulation) Act, 1976, particularly sections 20 and 39, the Government must adhere to the principles of natural justice while adjudicating appeals. The Court found that the resignation of the appellant was not voluntary due to the circumstances under which it was obtained, thus justifying the Government's conclusion. The Court remitted the matter for re-adjudication of back wages, emphasizing that the Government must allow parties to make representations before reaching a decision.