State Of Kerala & Ors vs K. Prasad & Anr

The Supreme Court held that the upgradation of aided schools must adhere to the procedures outlined in Chapter V of the Kerala Education Rules, 1959. The Court found that the Division Bench of the Kerala High Court erred in directing the State to upgrade two schools based on claims of discrimination, as the State's financial constraints and adherence to statutory provisions were valid grounds for denial. The Court emphasized that judicial orders cannot amend existing government policies, reaffirming the principle established in Secretary, State of Karnataka & Ors. Vs. Umadevi & Ors.