Part III: Fundamental Rights

Article 30: Right of Minorities to Establish and Administer Educational Institutions

(1) All minorities, whether based on religion or language, shall have the right to establish and administer educational institutions of their choice.

(1A) In making any law providing for the compulsory acquisition of any property of an educational institution established and administered by a minority, referred to in clause (1), the State shall ensure that the amount fixed by or determined under such law for the acquisition of such property is such as would not restrict or abrogate the right guaranteed under that clause.

(2) The State shall not, in granting aid to educational institutions, discriminate against any educational institution on the ground that it is under the management of a minority, whether based on religion or language.

Explanation

Article 30 grants minorities the right to establish and manage educational institutions, protecting their cultural autonomy. It also ensures equal treatment in state funding, without discrimination against minority-managed institutions.

Key Aspects of Article 30

• Establishment of Educational Institutions: Empowers minorities to set up institutions reflecting their cultural values.
• Protection from Property Acquisition: Ensures fair compensation if the state acquires property from a minority institution.
• Non-Discrimination in Funding: Guarantees equal access to state aid for minority institutions, safeguarding against discrimination.

Real-Life Applications

Jamia Millia Islamia University, established by the Muslim community, showcases Article 30 by preserving cultural identity through education. Similarly, the equal treatment of Christian Medical College, Vellore in receiving state aid highlights the non-discriminatory principles of this Article.