Controversy regarding examination on Bakrid holiday in Delhi University, matter reached Delhi High Court
A law student has filed a petition in the Delhi High Court challenging Delhi University’s decision to conduct examinations on Bakrid. The petitioner called it a violation of religious rights. The petition said that the central government had extended the official holiday of Eid al-Adha to this date, yet conducting the examination is against the rights of the students. The student has argued that this decision violates Articles 14 (right to equality), 21 (life and personal liberty), 25 (religious freedom) and 29 (minority rights) of the Constitution. The petition demands that the examination schedule be revised or a rescheduled date be fixed.
A student of the Integrated Law Course (Sixth Semester) of the Faculty of Law of Delhi University has filed a writ petition in the Delhi High Court regarding the examination schedule. The petitioner has challenged the university’s office memorandum dated May 25, 2026. The petition states that despite the Central Government extending the official holiday of Eid-ul-Zuha from 27.05.2026 to 28.05.2026, the University has decided to conduct the examination on the same day. In his application, the student has described the decision as “arbitrary, discriminatory and unconstitutional”. The petitioner says that this decision violates the religious rights and constitutional protection of the students.
When is the government holiday of Bakrid?
The Central Government has declared Thursday, 28 May 2026 as a national holiday on account of Eid-ul-Zuha (Bakrid). Along with this, Delhi Government has also recognized this day as an official holiday. According to the information, earlier this holiday was scheduled for 27th May 2026, which has now been revised to 28th May. After the revised order, all central government offices, state administrative offices and banks will remain closed on this day across the country.
What is in Article 14,21,25, and 29
Article 14: Right to equality
Every person is equal in the eyes of law, the state (government) cannot treat anyone in an arbitrary or discriminatory manner. Unfair discrimination on the basis of caste, religion, sex, place of birth etc. is prohibited.
Article 21: Right to life and personal liberty
It is one of the most important fundamental rights that any person has the right to life, it does not just include “surviving” but also living life with dignity, no one’s liberty can be taken away without due legal process.
Article 25: Right to religious freedom
Freedom to follow any religion, freedom to practice religion, permission to propagate religion, but this right is subject to public order, morality and health.
Article 29: Cultural and educational rights
The right of every citizen or group to preserve its language, culture and traditions, protection of minorities to maintain their identity, protection from discrimination in admission to educational institutions are also related to this.
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