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What fundamental right was repealed by the 44th Amendment Act, 1978?
What fundamental right was repealed by the 44th Amendment Act, 1978?
- Right to equality
- Right to free speech
- Right to education
- Right to acquire or hold property (correct)
Which Article provides a constitutional right regarding property after the repeal of Article 31?
Which Article provides a constitutional right regarding property after the repeal of Article 31?
- Article 14
- Article 31A
- Article 300A (correct)
- Article 19
What is a key reason why laws under Articles 31A, 31B, and 31C can be considered exceptions to fundamental rights?
What is a key reason why laws under Articles 31A, 31B, and 31C can be considered exceptions to fundamental rights?
- They weaken constitutional provisions
- They prioritize social justice and economic equality (correct)
- They are designed to restrict the power of the state
- They promote individual rights above all
Which constitutional amendment inserted Article 31B into the Constitution?
Which constitutional amendment inserted Article 31B into the Constitution?
What does Article 31A primarily address?
What does Article 31A primarily address?
What is a provision related to compensation limits stated for properties in different states?
What is a provision related to compensation limits stated for properties in different states?
Which of the following categories of laws is protected from judicial review under Article 31A?
Which of the following categories of laws is protected from judicial review under Article 31A?
What can potentially happen due to the provisions of Article 31B?
What can potentially happen due to the provisions of Article 31B?
What does martial law primarily refer to?
What does martial law primarily refer to?
Under which circumstances is martial law typically imposed?
Under which circumstances is martial law typically imposed?
Which article states that only Parliament has the power to make laws to effect specified fundamental rights?
Which article states that only Parliament has the power to make laws to effect specified fundamental rights?
How does martial law affect civilians' rights?
How does martial law affect civilians' rights?
What does Article 34 allow for in relation to martial law?
What does Article 34 allow for in relation to martial law?
Which right was originally one of the fundamental rights under the Constitution?
Which right was originally one of the fundamental rights under the Constitution?
Which article dealt with the right to property alongside Article 19?
Which article dealt with the right to property alongside Article 19?
What does Article 33 permit regarding Fundamental Rights?
What does Article 33 permit regarding Fundamental Rights?
What does Article 29(1) guarantee to Indian citizens?
What does Article 29(1) guarantee to Indian citizens?
Which article is also known as the 'Charter of Educational Rights'?
Which article is also known as the 'Charter of Educational Rights'?
What does Article 30 ensure regarding minority educational institutions?
What does Article 30 ensure regarding minority educational institutions?
How is the term 'minority' interpreted in the context of the Constitution?
How is the term 'minority' interpreted in the context of the Constitution?
Which article was amended to protect minority educational institutions by removing the right to property as a Fundamental Right?
Which article was amended to protect minority educational institutions by removing the right to property as a Fundamental Right?
What principle does Article 30 reinforce regarding State aid to minority institutions?
What principle does Article 30 reinforce regarding State aid to minority institutions?
Which of the following statements is incorrect regarding minority rights in education?
Which of the following statements is incorrect regarding minority rights in education?
Which article allows all citizens to rights pertaining to their culture and language?
Which article allows all citizens to rights pertaining to their culture and language?
What does Article 19(1)(f) guarantee to every citizen?
What does Article 19(1)(f) guarantee to every citizen?
Which Article was added by the 44th amendment concerning property rights?
Which Article was added by the 44th amendment concerning property rights?
What does Article 300A state about property acquisition?
What does Article 300A state about property acquisition?
According to the discussions mentioned, how is the right to property categorized after the 1978 amendment?
According to the discussions mentioned, how is the right to property categorized after the 1978 amendment?
In the case of Supreme Court's verdict regarding property rights, what did it conclude about Article 300A?
In the case of Supreme Court's verdict regarding property rights, what did it conclude about Article 300A?
What aspect of reasonability is mentioned in property rights post the amendments?
What aspect of reasonability is mentioned in property rights post the amendments?
What was removed from the fundamental rights in the 1978 amendment?
What was removed from the fundamental rights in the 1978 amendment?
Which case recognized the right to property as a human right?
Which case recognized the right to property as a human right?
What protection does the right to property seek to provide according to the amendment?
What protection does the right to property seek to provide according to the amendment?
What principle is reinforced by Article 31 in relation to property rights?
What principle is reinforced by Article 31 in relation to property rights?
What limitation applies to individuals under Article 300A regarding legal recourse?
What limitation applies to individuals under Article 300A regarding legal recourse?
What is the significance of Article 300A in the context of property law?
What is the significance of Article 300A in the context of property law?
How is the right to property characterized in articles concerning individual rights?
How is the right to property characterized in articles concerning individual rights?
What does Article 28 distinguish between?
What does Article 28 distinguish between?
Which type of institution is fully prohibited under Article 28?
Which type of institution is fully prohibited under Article 28?
Who is required to give consent for a minority educational institution to function?
Who is required to give consent for a minority educational institution to function?
What is the main focus of the Supreme Court's interpretation regarding the provisions in Article 29?
What is the main focus of the Supreme Court's interpretation regarding the provisions in Article 29?
Which of the following rights is ensured by Article 29(1)?
Which of the following rights is ensured by Article 29(1)?
In the context of minority rights, what is emphasized in the interpretation of the word 'citizens' in the provisions?
In the context of minority rights, what is emphasized in the interpretation of the word 'citizens' in the provisions?
Which of the following is a characteristic of state-assisted educational institutions?
Which of the following is a characteristic of state-assisted educational institutions?
What must educational institutions under Article 28 ensure regarding their operations?
What must educational institutions under Article 28 ensure regarding their operations?
In the context of the Supreme Court case involving DAV College, what was the key issue raised?
In the context of the Supreme Court case involving DAV College, what was the key issue raised?
What role does consent play for community-run minority institutions?
What role does consent play for community-run minority institutions?
What does the phrase 'protected educational institutions' primarily refer to?
What does the phrase 'protected educational institutions' primarily refer to?
Which article specifies protections against discrimination based on language, religion, and culture?
Which article specifies protections against discrimination based on language, religion, and culture?
What is the potential impact of the ruling regarding state assistance to minority institutions?
What is the potential impact of the ruling regarding state assistance to minority institutions?
What is the specified prerequisite for a minority institution's established rights?
What is the specified prerequisite for a minority institution's established rights?
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Study Notes
Educational Institutions and Minority Rights
- Certain educational institutions do not seek recognition or aid from the State, making them independent entities.
- The State regulates other educational institutions, affecting syllabus, academic standards, discipline, and the employment of teaching staff.
- Article 29(1) guarantees Indian citizens the right to conserve their distinct culture and language, applicable exclusively to citizens.
Rights of Minorities
- Article 30 allows minorities (religious or linguistic) to establish and administer educational institutions of their choice.
- Compensation for state-acquired property from minority educational institutions is fixed, ensuring that the right to establish institutions remains intact.
- Article 30 is referred to as the "Charter of Educational Rights" to protect minority interests.
Constitutional Amendments and Property Rights
- The 44th Amendment Act of 1978 removed the right to property as a Fundamental Right (previously Article 31).
- Article 31 guarantees fair compensation for the acquisition of property; however, it is subject to state-defined limits, varying across states.
Martial Law
- The concept of martial law, derived from English common law, refers to military control over civil administration during extraordinary circumstances like war or insurrection.
- Martial law can impose restrictions on civilian rights and administer harsh penalties.
Legislative Powers Under Article 35
- Only Parliament has the power to legislate on specific matters related to fundamental rights, ensuring uniformity across India.
- Pertains to issues like employment conditions, enforcement of fundamental rights, and indemnification for martial law actions.
Right to Property Evolution
- Originally, the right to property was a Fundamental Right under Articles 19(1)(f) and 31, providing citizens protection against deprivation of property.
- This right was transformed into a Constitutional Right under Article 300A, which limits deprivation rights without compensation.
Constitutionality Context
- Article 31A, 31B, and 31C introduce exceptions to fundamental rights, allowing certain laws to be immune from judicial review even if they contradict Articles 14 and 19.
- These laws aim to uphold social justice and economic equality, such as those facilitating land reforms.
Supreme Court Rulings
- The Supreme Court has established that Article 29(1) extends beyond minorities to include all citizens, emphasizing cultural and language preservation.
- Property rights remain constitutionally protected, affirming their status as legal and human rights rather than mere statutory provisions.
Additional Provisions
- Article 28 differentiates between types of educational institutions based on their state affiliation and funding sources, outlining the rights of students in minority institutions.
- Any property acquisition involves the need for legislative approval, ensuring compensation for individuals from whom property is taken.
Conclusion on Property Rights
- Property rights are viewed as fundamental but are now characterized as constitutional rights rather than strictly fundamental rights.
- The Supreme Court's interpretation has affirmed the human aspect of property rights, underscoring their importance in civil life.
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