Supreme Court to Deliver Verdict on UP Madrasa Law Case on November 5

Supreme Court to Deliver Verdict on UP Madrasa Law Case on November 5

The Supreme Court is set to deliver its verdict on November 5 regarding a petition challenging the Allahabad High Court’s March 22, 2024 decision, which declared the UP Madrasas Act, 2004 unconstitutional. This ruling has sparked a significant debate, as it touches on the balance between state laws and religious education.

The petition, filed by Anjum Kadari and others, contests the High Court’s stance on the UP Madrasas Act, which provides a framework for madrasa education in Uttar Pradesh. The Supreme Court, during its October 22 hearing, acknowledged that religious teachings have long been part of India’s educational and cultural fabric.

In its deliberations, the Court examined the implications of religious instruction in educational institutions, with remarks indicating that such instructions do not inherently conflict with the nation’s secular values. The outcome of this case could have lasting impacts on madrasa education and related legislative measures in the state.

Stay tuned for the Supreme Court’s final ruling, which is likely to influence the future of religious education and state policies across India.