As per the case facts, three writ petitions were decided by a common order, two filed by a sugar factory (respondent) and one by another party. The appeals arose from ... this common order. The question arose regarding competition in the sugar industry, particularly concerning licensing and the benefits to farmers. Finally, the Supreme Court found the High Court's order unsustainable and allowed the appeals, dismissing the writ petitions. The Court noted that eliminating licensing under the Industries Act aimed to avoid unhealthy competition, ultimately benefiting farmers by giving them more choice in sugar mills and better prices.