Art. 28 of the Constitution of India mentions four types of educational institutions given below. In which of the following institutions religious instruction can be imparted with the consent of individual or otherwise?
(A) Institution wholly maintained by the state
(B) Institution recognized by the state
(C) Institution that receives aid out of state fund
(D) Institution that are administered by the state but established under any trust or endowment
Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

Correct option is B

According to Article 28(1) of the Constitution of India, no religious instruction shall be provided in any educational institution wholly maintained out of State funds. However, Article 28(2) and (3) permit religious instruction in institutions that are administered by the State but established under any trust or endowment which requires such instruction, provided attendance is voluntary and based on individual or guardian consent.

Information Booster:

Institutions wholly maintained by the State are strictly prohibited from imparting religious instruction.

In institutions recognized by the State or receiving aid, religious instruction may be allowed only if individuals voluntarily participate with proper consent.

Trust or endowment-based institutions are the primary exception under Article 28(2)