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Centre Challenges Aligarh Muslim University's Minority Status In Supreme Court
Nayan Dwivedi
Jan 10, 2024, 10:18 AM | Updated 10:18 AM IST
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In a crucial legal development, the Centre has firmly stated before the Supreme Court that Aligarh Muslim University (AMU) cannot be classified as a minority institution due to its inherent "national character."
As reported by Hindustan Times, Solicitor General Tushar Mehta presented the government's position, emphasising that AMU, with its establishment tracing back to 1875, has consistently held the status of an institution of national importance.
Mehta's written submissions underscored that, as a university deemed of national significance, AMU should not be categorised as a minority institution, aligning with the secular principles embedded in the Constitution.
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He highlighted the historical context, asserting that the university's national character is evident from its inception and legislative recognition.
Earlier, the Supreme Court had commenced hearings to address the longstanding debate surrounding AMU's minority status, with the arguments set to continue on Wednesday (10 January).
The Centre's assertion is poised to play a significant role in shaping the legal narrative on the minority status of educational institutions in India.
This development also assumes broader significance in the context of a legal maze that AMU's minority status has been caught in for several decades.
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Nayan Dwivedi is Staff Writer at Swarajya.
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