REV. FATHER W. PROOST AND ORS. vs THE STATE OF BIHAR & ORS.

The Supreme Court held that minority educational institutions have the right to administer themselves under Article 30(1) of the Constitution, which is distinct from the rights conferred by Article 29(1). The Court found that the introduction of Section 48-A of the Bihar Universities Act infringed upon the rights of the Jesuit-run St. Xavier's College, a minority institution, by imposing undue restrictions on appointments and disciplinary actions. The Court ruled that the college was entitled to protection under Article 30(1) and Section 48-B, affirming the rights of minorities to manage their educational institutions without excessive governmental interference.