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BJP Minority Chief Urges Yogi to Halt Madrasa Degree Voter Inclusion

BJP Minority Morcha President Jamal Siddiqui has taken a firm stand against including Kamil and Fazil degree holders in the MLC graduate voter list. He's written directly to Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath urging immediate action. Siddiqui bases his argument on the recent Supreme Court verdict that declared these madrasa degrees unconstitutional for higher education. The BJP leader emphasizes that recognizing these degrees for electoral purposes would violate both court orders and existing legislative requirements.

Key Points: BJP Minority Morcha Chief Urges Yogi Stop Kamil Fazil MLC Voters

  • Siddiqui calls Kamil-Fazil inclusion "deeply concerning" for electoral integrity
  • Cites Supreme Court's November 5 verdict declaring degrees unconstitutional
  • Argues madrasa degrees don't meet modern university education standards
  • References UP Legislative Council Act requiring recognized university degrees
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BJP minority morcha chief urges UP CM to halt inclusion of Kamil, Fazil degree holders in MLC voter list

BJP Minority Morcha President Jamal Siddiqui writes to UP CM Yogi Adityanath, citing Supreme Court ruling against Kamil and Fazil degrees for MLC voter list inclusion.

"As a result of the Supreme Court ruling, these degrees are no longer valid - Jamal Siddiqui"

New Delhi, Oct 23

Bharatiya Janata party (BJP) Minority Morcha President Jamal Siddiqui has written a letter to Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, urging him to halt the inclusion of Kamil and Fazil degree holders in the Legislative Council (MLC) graduate voter list.

In his letter, Siddiqui termed the process "deeply concerning", arguing that Kamil and Fazil degrees are part of the traditional madrasa education system and do not align with the standards of modern university education.

He also cited the Supreme Court's verdict dated November 5, 2024, which upheld the validity of the Uttar Pradesh Madrasa Education Board Act, 2004, but declared its higher education provisions -- including Kamil and Fazil degrees -- unconstitutional.

The court made it clear that these degrees, earlier considered equivalent to graduate and postgraduate qualifications, is in conflict with the University Grants Commission (UGC) Act, as UGC alone regulates higher education standards.

"As a result of the Supreme Court ruling, these degrees are no longer valid," Siddiqui stated, adding that recognising them as equivalent to university degrees for electoral purposes would undermine the legislative process.

He also referred to Section 6(3) of the Uttar Pradesh Legislative Council Act, 1961, which stipulates that candidates in the graduate constituencies must possess a bachelor's degree from a recognized university. Following the apex court's judgment, Kamil and Fazil courses no longer qualify as UGC-recognised graduate degrees, he said.

It is on these grounds that Jamal Siddiqui has requested the Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister to stop ongoing process of including Kamil and Fazil degree holders in MLC graduate voter list, which is in compliance with the Supreme Court's November 5 ruling.

- IANS

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Priya S
This seems unfair to thousands of students who pursued these degrees in good faith. The government should provide alternative pathways for these degree holders instead of simply excluding them. Education reforms should be gradual and inclusive.
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Arjun K
As an education professional, I must say traditional madrasa education has its own value, but for electoral purposes, we need uniform standards. The Supreme Court's decision brings much-needed clarity. Hope the state government implements this properly.
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Sarah B
Interesting to see the BJP Minority Morcha president taking this position. This shows that educational reform is beyond political lines. However, we must ensure this doesn't disadvantage any community disproportionately.
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Michael C
The legal basis seems solid with Supreme Court ruling and UGC regulations. But what about the students who invested years in these degrees? Government should think about their future too. Maybe bridge courses or equivalency exams?
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Kavya N
This is a complex issue. While standardization is important, we must respect our diverse educational traditions. Perhaps a middle path where madrasa education can be modernized while preserving its cultural value? 🤔

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