ROPAN SAHOO vs ANANDA KUMAR SHARMA .

The Supreme Court examined the legality of the Orissa High Court's order quashing the grant of an exclusive privilege and license for an IMFL shop under Rule 34 of the Orissa Excise Rules, 1965. The Court held that the High Court erred in its assessment of the relaxation of restrictions, emphasizing that the State had the authority to grant such licenses based on recommendations from the Collector and Excise Commissioner. The Court ultimately upheld the State's decision to grant the license, reinforcing the principle that administrative discretion must be exercised judiciously and within the framework of the law.