Supreme Court of India · 2025-07-22
Sakshi Chauhan vs Dr. Yashwant Singh Parmar University
- Court
- Supreme Court of India
- Petitioner
- Sakshi Chauhan
- Respondent
- Dr. Yashwant Singh Parmar University
- Author
- B. R. Gavai
- Bench
- B. R. Gavai
Judgment text excerpt
The Supreme Court examined the validity of the admission process conducted by the university during the COVID-19 pandemic, focusing on whether the university's procedures adhered to the principles of fairness and transparency. The Court considered whether the university's reliance on the Prospectus and the recognition of the applicant's prior qualification were justified, especially given the exceptional circumstances of the pandemic. The Court upheld the university's decision, emphasizing the importance of maintaining academic standards while adapting to pandemic-related challenges.