SHIVAGANGAGIRI VIDYABIRUDDI SAMSTE vs STATE OF KARNATAKA .

The Supreme Court held that the order dated 21.9.2002 was invalid as it was passed without giving the appellant an opportunity to show cause, violating the principles of natural justice. The Court emphasized that under the Karnataka Education Act, 1983, such an opportunity is mandatory before withdrawing permissions. The appeal was allowed, setting aside the previous orders and reinstating the order dated 1.1.2002, with the stipulation that any future action must comply with due process. The Court did not express any opinion on the merits of the case.