Supreme Court stays Delhi HC direction
Supreme CourtEducational LawThe Supreme Court has stayed a direction passed by the Delhi High Court allowing law students with low attendance to sit for exams. The court stated that the direction was not in accordance with the rules and regulations of the university and that it would cause prejudice to other students. The petitioners had argued that the direction was necessary to ensure that students who were unable to attend classes due to circumstances beyond their control were not unfairly disadvantaged. However, the court rejected their arguments, stating that the university's rules and regulations must be followed. This decision is significant for students preparing for the CLAT and Judiciary Exam, as it involves the interpretation of educational laws and the powers of high courts.