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Why in News:
- The Allahabad High Court recently declared the Uttar Pradesh Board of Madarsa Education Act, 2004, as ‘unconstitutional’.
Key Points:
- Madrasas operate under the state minority welfare ministry in Uttar Pradesh.
- This setup contrasts with other minority education institutions, such as those for Jains, Sikhs, Christians, etc., which fall under the education ministry, prompting questions about fairness and consistency.
- The Madrasa Act is also deemed to violate the University Grants Commission Act, 1956, adding legal complexity to its implementation and legitimacy.
- Allahabad High Court directed the state government to accommodate students studying in Madrasas in other schools.
