The National Commission for Minorities safeguards the interests of six notified communities by evaluating development, monitoring safeguards, and addressing grievances. However, weak powers, vacancies, and non-binding recommendations limit its impact. Experts urge constitutional status and stronger authority to make it a true guardian of minority rights.
Click to View MoreThe Delhi High Court has directed the Central Government to respond to a PIL highlighting that all posts in the National Commission for Minorities (NCM) remain vacant. Stressing the NCM’s crucial role in protecting minority rights, the court urged the government to expedite appointments to ensure the commission functions effectively.
Click to View MoreThe Supreme Court partially stayed key provisions of the Waqf (Amendment) Act, 2025, halting executive overreach and the five-year Islamic practice requirement. The ruling highlights judicial vigilance in upholding constitutional principles, separation of powers, and ensuring legislative reforms comply with the rule of law.
Click to View MoreThe Right to Education (RTE) Act, 2009, guarantees free and compulsory education for all children. However, it clashes with Article 30, which protects the right of religious and linguistic minorities to establish and administer their own educational institutions.
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