The Supreme Court of India today (22nd Oct) reviewing the constitutionality of the Uttar Pradesh Madrasa Education Board Act, 2004, which a High Court previously deemed unconstitutional. The UP government argues for partial review rather than complete dismissal, emphasizing the state’s duty to provide quality education. Concerns over madrasa students’ eligibility for NEET were also discussed.
Today (21st March): The Delhi High Court issued a notice to the Delhi government and the Delhi Waqf Board regarding their use of public funds to pay salaries to imams and muezzins, following a Public Interest Litigation (PIL). The case challenges the government’s policy, citing violations of secular principles enshrined in the Indian Constitution and concerns about potential requests from other religious institutions.
