Priyadarshini Col.Of Computer Sc.& Anr vs Manish Kumar & Ors

The Supreme Court upheld the High Court's decision to award compensation under the principles of negligence and misrepresentation, as the appellant-College admitted respondent No.1 despite his failure to meet the minimum qualification of 60% marks as per the admission criteria. The Court emphasized that the College's reliance on the incorrect declaration made by the respondent was misplaced, leading to the latter's inability to sit for examinations. The Court affirmed the High Court's order directing the College to pay Rs. 5 lakhs as compensation, reinforcing the accountability of educational institutions in adhering to admission standards.