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.
The Supreme Court of India’s seven-judge bench continued its examination of the minority status of Aligarh Muslim University (AMU) on the second day of hearings. Senior Advocates challenged the 1967 ruling denying AMU its minority status, citing contradictory nature and emphasizing the rights of minority institutions under Article 30. Arguments are set to continue on January 11th, 2024.
The Supreme Court of India, under the leadership of Chief Justice DY Chandrachud, initiated a critical examination of the minority status of Aligarh Muslim University (AMU) on January 9. This landmark case is being scrutinized by a seven-judge bench, including Justices Sanjiv Khanna, Surya Kant, JB Pardiwala, Dipankar Datta, Manoj Misra, and SC Sharma. The […]