KULDEEP KUMAR PATHAK vs STATE OF UP

The Supreme Court held that the cancellation of the appellant's Intermediate Examination results by the U.P. Board was arbitrary and violated the principles of natural justice, as the appellant was not given any notice or opportunity to be heard before such drastic action was taken. The Court emphasized that the right to a fair hearing is a fundamental aspect of administrative actions under Article 14 of the Constitution. Consequently, the Court set aside the orders of the U.P. Board and restored the appellant's examination results and certificates.