Q. Consider the following statements regarding Article 30 of the Indian Constitution:
1.It grants all minorities (religious or linguistic) the right to establish and administer educational institutions of their choice.
2.If the State compulsorily acquires the property of a minority educational institution, it must ensure that the compensation amount fixed does not abridge the right guaranteed under Article 30.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

[A] 1 only

[B] 2 only

[C] Both 1 and 2

[D] Neither 1 nor 2

Answer: C
Notes:

Explanation:

  • Statement 1: Correct. This is the primary right under 30(1).
  • Statement 2: Correct. This protection was added by the 44th Amendment Act, 1978, to protect minority institutions when the general “Right to Property” was deleted as a FR.
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