In Brief
Three consolidated appeals challenged a High Court order that interfered with the Telangana Academic and Financial Review Committee's (TAFRC) decision on fee structures for educational institutions. The Supreme Court held that while TAFRC's fee determinations are quasi-judicial and subject to Article 226 challenge, the High Court exceeded its jurisdiction by overturning TAFRC's recommendation without identifying any exceptional circumstances. The Court affirmed TAFRC's authority to regulate fees, preventing profiteering while ensuring institutions receive necessary financial gains. Bank guarantees held by the Court were ordered to be activated for student protection. Appeals were allowed.
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