The Kerala High Court permits students to enter District-Level Kuchipudi competitions despite underperforming at the Sub-District Level owing to “Apparent Prejudices”
Title: Archa Nair v. State of Kerala
Decided on: 21 November, 2023
+ WP(C) NO. 38620 OF 2023
CORAM: HON’BLE Justice Devan Ramachandran
Introduction
Kerala High Court ordered the District Level School Kalolsavam (Annual Arts Competition) organizers to permit a student to compete in the ‘Kuchipudi’ competition, if the student was unable to perform adequately at the Sub-District level because of some “apparent prejudices”. The bench further mandated that she be granted access to all ensuing advantages.
Facts of the Case
The student petitioner took part in ‘Kuchipudi’ at Kalolsavam Sub-District School and placed second in the tournament. It was claimed that some pins and sharp objects had injured her since the stage where she played had not been adequately cleared after the previous performances. A number of other arguments were made to support the claim that her performance fell short of her expectations. When she filed an appeal against it with the Appellate Committee, it was argued, the committee rejected it without providing a reason, stating that the “Appeal stands rejected”. She prayed that the same would be lifted and that she would be allowed to take part in the District Level School Kalolsavam.
Courts analysis and decision
The court, however, rejected the argument and granted the writ petition as a result.
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