Today(on 4th July), The Delhi High Court dismissed petitions seeking video recordings of election processes in Uttar Pradesh’s Fatehpur Sikri and Aligarh constituencies, citing jurisdictional limitations, as the events occurred outside Delhi. The petitioners, candidates in the 2024 elections, were advised to seek remedies within Uttar Pradesh jurisdiction. The court emphasized that the Election Commission of India’s office location does not confer jurisdiction on Delhi High Court.
The Delhi High Court Today (March 14th) fined Kunwar Mahender Dhwaj Prasad Singh Rs 1 lakh for a delayed and unsubstantiated claim to ownership of extensive lands in Agra, Meerut, and Aligarh areas. Singh’s petition, filed more than 70 years after India’s independence, lacked evidence and was deemed inappropriate for writ proceedings. The court dismissed Singh’s baseless claims, emphasizing the challenges of litigating historical ownership.
The Supreme Court of India emphasized the minority status of Aligarh Muslim University (AMU), stressing its establishment for Muslims. A crucial debate ensued regarding the coexistence of national importance and minority character. The ongoing examination has significant implications for India’s educational landscape, shedding light on minority rights and institutional roles in a diverse society.
The Centre emphasized to the Supreme Court the need for national reflection in institutions of national significance like Aligarh Muslim University. Solicitor General highlighted the absence of reservation and the institution’s importance. The case revolves around AMU’s minority status, with ongoing deliberation by a seven-judge constitution bench. The hearing continues on Wednesday.
The Supreme Court of India is currently deliberating on the minority status of Aligarh Muslim University (AMU) in a pivotal hearing. The interpretation and implications of Article 30 of the Constitution are being examined, with arguments centering on whether a university established and governed by statute can claim minority status. The decision will have significant implications for minority educational institutions nationwide.
