Ram Preeti Yadav vs Mahendra Pratap Yadav & Ors Contemnors

The Supreme Court addressed a contempt petition regarding the alleged disobedience of its order dated 03.09.2003, which allowed a candidate to seek permission to appear for an Intermediate Examination. The Court noted that there were no existing rules permitting such late appearances as a private candidate. Consequently, the Court held that the issuance of a certificate claiming the candidate had passed the examination was invalid, leading to its cancellation. The Court emphasized adherence to established rules and procedures in educational assessments.