Which college, run as a minority institution, was brought under scrutiny because it was receiving government aid, and the court ruled that aid does not change the minority character of the institution?

Correct option is B

The correct answer is (b) St. Stephen’s College
Explanation:
· In the landmark case of St. Stephen’s College v. University of Delhi (1992), the Supreme Court ruled on the rights of minority institutions.
· The court held that even if a minority institution receives government aid, it does not lose its minority character.
· Under Article 30(1), minority institutions have the right to establish and administer educational institutions.
· However, the court also ruled that the college could reserve up to 50% of seats for its own community but must admit students from other communities on merit for the remaining seats.
Information Booster:
· Article 29 and 30 of the Indian Constitution protect the interests of minorities.
· Receiving "Aid" from the State allows the State to impose certain regulations (like teacher qualifications) but cannot be used to take away the core management rights of the minority.
Additional Knowledge: (a) Jamia Millia Islamia: (Option a) It was declared a minority institution by the National Commission for Minority Educational Institutions (NCMEI) much later, in 2011.