The Delhi High Court is now reviewing a case about admissions at Jamia Millia Islamia’s coaching center for students who want to join the civil service. This week, the court asked Jamia Millia Islamia to respond to a Public Interest Litigation (PIL). Satyam Singh, a law graduate, filed the PIL. It questions the rules the coaching academy uses to accept students. The court also sent a notice about this issue to the University Grants Commission (UGC).
Singh’s petition explains that the coaching program currently gives preference to women and students from Scheduled Castes (SC) and Scheduled Tribes (ST). He believes this goes against UGC rules. He claims that Jamia is being unfair by not offering free coaching to other groups. According to the petition, the coaching should be open to more students. It argues that students from Other Backward Classes (OBC) should also have a chance to participate in the program. This case raises important questions about providing equal opportunities, especially for those preparing for the difficult civil service exams.
The petition points to UGC guidelines, saying that Jamia Millia Islamia is not following them for equal access to education. By not including OBC students, the program’s fairness is being challenged. The court is now waiting for Jamia Millia Islamia and the UGC to respond to these concerns. This hearing could potentially influence how other universities design their coaching programs.
The petition states that the main issue is the exclusion of OBC students from coaching opportunities. This legal challenge emphasizes how important it is for universities to offer fair learning chances to all students, including those from OBC backgrounds. This case could also set a standard for other programs, ensuring they follow UGC guidelines on inclusion. This matter is significant because it impacts access to essential educational resources.