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Ujjwal PriyankAIR 10· 2024

Question 1GS2GS2

अलीगढ़ मुस्लिम विश्वविद्यालय के अल्पसंख्यक दर्जे पर उच्चतम न्यायालय का हाथिया निर्णय भारतीय संविधान के अनुच्छेद 30 की व्याख्या को कैसे प्रभावित करता है? (उत्तर 150 शब्दों में दीजिए) / How does the Supreme Court's recent decision on Aligarh Muslim University's minority status affect the interpretation of Article 30 of the Indian Constitution? (Answer in 150 words)

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Introduction

Aligarh Muslim University was established through a central legislation in 1920. This led it to the debate whether it constitutes a minority institution or not.

25 words

Main Body

Aligarh Muslim University was established through a central legislation in 1920. This led it to the debate whether it constitutes a minority institution or not.

Supreme Court's recent decision

1. SC held that AMU was established through central law, lest this cannot be the sole criteria of deciding its minority status.

2. S Azeez Basha judgement held that AMU is not a minority institution.

3. This led to striking down the reservation policy, it provided to Muslim candidates later on.

Interpretation of Article 30:

1. Article 30 provides the right to establish, administer and run their own educational institution to minorities in India.

2. Being a fundamental right, Article 30 enhances the dignity of life of minorities.

3. Providing protection to minorities interest.

4. Upholding aspiration to protect their culture and heritage.

5. Ensuring an inclusive society.

6. Accountability of government to uphold constitutional morality.

The judgements given by Supreme Court to further that the minority status through objective test will promote integrity.

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Conclusion

The judgements given by Supreme Court to further that the minority status through objective test will promote integrity.

18 words

Examiner score
1/10

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Topper

Ujjwal Priyank

AIR 102024

Subject & Paper

GS2GS2

Topic

Indian Constitution - Historical Underpinnings, Evolution, Features, Amendments, Significant Provisions and Basic Structure

Significant Provisions

Fundamental Rights

Writing Stats

206

Total words

3

Paragraphs

analytical

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