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Section 6 of The National Sports University Act, 2018 in hindi

The University shall be open to persons of any sex and of whatever caste, creed, race or class, and it shall not be lawful for the University to adopt or impose on any person, any test whatsoever of religious belief or profession in order to entitle such person to be appointed as a teacher of the University or to hold any other office therein or to be admitted as a student in the University or to graduate thereat or to enjoy or exercise any privilege thereof: Provided that nothing in this section shall be deemed to prevent the University from making special provisions for the employment or admission of women, persons with disabilities or of persons belonging to the weaker sections of the society and, in particular, of the Scheduled Castes, the Scheduled Tribes and the other socially and educationally backward classes of citizens: Provided further that no such special provision shall be made on the ground of domicile.

Summary

The University is open to everyone regardless of their sex, race, caste, creed, or class.
It is illegal for the University to require any religious test for students, teachers, or officers.
The University can make special rules to help women, people with disabilities, and weaker sections of society (like SC/ST).
While special help is allowed for certain groups, the University cannot make special rules based on where a person lives (domicile).

Practical examples

1A talented athlete from a small village applies to the University. Even though his family belongs to a socially backward class, Section 6 ensures he cannot be denied admission based on his caste.

2The University creates a special scholarship for female athletes to encourage more women to join. This is allowed under the first proviso of Section 6 which permits special provisions for women.

FAQ

1. Are there any reservations for Scheduled Castes or Scheduled Tribes?

Yes. The law allows the university to make special provisions for Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes, and other backward classes.

2. Is the university open to people with disabilities?

Yes. The university is encouraged to make special provisions for the admission and employment of persons with disabilities.

Test yourself

Q1.Under Section 6 of The National Sports University Act, 2018, which of the following is an illegal requirement for becoming a student?

Q2.Under Section 6 of The National Sports University Act, 2018, for which group is the University specifically allowed to make special provisions?

Q3.According to Section 6 of The National Sports University Act, 2018, what is forbidden when making special provisions?

Q4.Under Section 6 of The National Sports University Act, 2018, the University must be open to persons of any:

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