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Polity & Governance2011
In India, if a religious sect/community is given the status of a national minority, what special advantages is it entitled to?
  1. It can establish and administer exclusive educational
  2. The President of India automatically nominates a
  3. It can derive benefits from the Prime Minister’s 15-Point
Programme. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Explanation

In India, a religion recognized as a national minority is entitled to specific privileges aimed at promoting their cultural and educational rights. Statement 1 is correct as minorities can establish and administer their educational institutions, thereby preserving their identity and traditions. Statement 3 is also accurate because such communities can access benefits from the Prime Minister’s 15-Point Programme, which aims to enhance their socio-economic conditions. However, Statement 2 is incorrect because the President does not automatically nominate members from minority communities to the Lok Sabha; instead, nominations are based on distinct criteria and are not limited to minority representatives alone. Thus, the correct assertions pertain to the educational and welfare advantages available to recognized minority communities.

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