Consider the following statements regarding the constitutional protection of minorities in India: 1. A minority group under the Indian Constitution is recognized solely based on religious identity. 2. Both linguistic and religious minorities have the right to establish and administer educational institutions of their choice. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Fundamental Rights — question ID 364
Options
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B.
Explanation
Statement 1 is incorrect because under the Indian Constitution, minorities are recognized on the basis of language as well as religion, not solely on religion. Statement 2 is correct because Article 30 grants all minorities, whether based on religion or language, the right to establish and administer educational institutions of their choice to protect and develop their culture.