DIRECTORATE OF EDUCATION vs EDUCOMP DATAMATICS LTD. .

The Supreme Court addressed the extent of judicial review under Article 226 concerning tender eligibility criteria. It held that the High Court erred in substituting the eligibility criteria set by the Directorate of Education, which mandated a minimum turnover of Rs. 20 crores for bidders, as it was deemed necessary for ensuring quality education in the context of a large-scale project. The Court upheld the government's decision to set stringent eligibility requirements, emphasizing the importance of financial capacity in executing the project effectively.