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Q. What is the basis of recognition of minorities in Indian constitution?

  • (A) Religion
  • (B) Caste
  • (C) Ratio of the community to total population
  • (D) Colour
  • Correct Answer - Option(C)
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Explanation by: Admin

The Indian Constitution does not recognize minorities solely based on religion. Instead, minorities are determined based on their population percentage in a particular area (state or country).

Key Legal Provisions:

  1. Article 29 & 30 (Cultural and Educational Rights)
    • Protects the rights of both religious and linguistic minorities.
  2. TMA Pai Case (2002)
    • The Supreme Court ruled that minorities should be identified at the state level based on their population percentage.
  3. National Commission for Minorities Act, 1992
    • Recognizes six religious minorities but only based on population ratio.

Why Not (A) Religion?

  • If religion were the sole criterion, all religious groups would be considered minorities in some context.
  • However, linguistic minorities are also included, which proves that population proportion is the main factor.

Thus, (C) Ratio of the community to total population is the correct answer.

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