[BREAKING] ‘Minority Status of AMU Won’t Cease Due to Statute’: SC Overrules 1967 Order Denying Minority Status, Refers It To Regular Bench

In a landmark ruling, the Supreme Court of India, led by Chief Justice DY Chandrachud, overturned the 1967 Azeez Basha decision, affirming that statutory incorporation does not negate an institution’s minority status. The Court emphasized the founders’ identity and intent, stating that AMU’s status requires examination of its establishment by minority community members.