The Article for protection of interests of "Minorities" is which among the following ?

Correct option is D

The correct answer is (D) Article 29

Explanation:

Article 29 of the Indian Constitution provides protection to the interests of minorities by allowing them to preserve their distinct language, script, and culture. It also safeguards their rights to establish and administer educational institutions of their choice.

Information Booster:

• Article 29 ensures that any section of the citizens having a distinct language, script, or culture has the right to conserve it.

• It applies to both religious and linguistic minorities in India.

• The article is significant in maintaining cultural diversity in the country.

• This article prevents discrimination in admission to educational institutions based on language, script, or culture.

• It complements Article 30, which also deals with the rights of minorities in education.

• The article forms an essential part of India's constitutional guarantee of individual rights and freedoms.

Additional Information:

• Article 27  – Deals with the freedom from payment of taxes for promotion of any religion, not related to minority protection.

• Article 30  – Provides minorities the right to establish and administer educational institutions, but it specifically deals with the rights of minorities in education.

• Article 26 – Deals with the freedom to manage religious affairs, ensuring religious organizations can manage their own affairs independently, but not directly related to the protection of minority interests.