Delhi High Court Judgment on Sangeet Prabhakar Degree Validity

Official Notice – Academic & Recruitment Clarification

J. K. Bansal Saraswati Sangeet Mahavidyalaya

Overview

The Hon’ble Delhi High Court, in Writ Petition (Civil) No. 1921 of 2024, has delivered an important judgment clarifying the status of the Sangeet Prabhakar qualification for graduate-level eligibility in cases where Graduation in Music or an equivalent qualification is prescribed. This judgment provides significant clarity and relief to students pursuing traditional Indian classical music education.

Key Findings of the Hon’ble Court

• The Court observed that the Sangeet Prabhakar qualification has been historically recognized by various academic and examining bodies.
• Institutions such as CBSE, University of Delhi, and Banaras Hindu University (BHU) have treated Sangeet Prabhakar as an equivalent qualification for relevant academic and recruitment purposes.
• The Court held that rejection of candidates solely on the ground that Sangeet Prabhakar is not a conventional Bachelor’s degree is not justified where equivalence is permitted under recruitment rules.

Implications for Students

• Students holding Sangeet Prabhakar may be considered eligible for posts or admissions requiring Graduation in Music or an equivalent qualification.
• Traditional systems of music education receive judicial recognition alongside formal university degrees.
• Eligibility will remain subject to the specific rules, notifications, and discretion of the concerned authority.

Download Official Judgment

For complete details, readers are encouraged to refer to the official judgment issued by the Delhi High Court.

🔗 Delhi High Court Judgment – W.P.(C) 1921/2024

Citation Format

Legal Citation: Sangeet Prabhakar Degree Validity Case, W.P.(C) 1921/2024, Hon’ble Delhi High Court, Judgment dated 2025. Academic / Website Citation: Delhi High Court (2025). Judgment in W.P.(C) 1921/2024 regarding equivalence of Sangeet Prabhakar qualification. Delhi High Court, New Delhi.

Institutional Statement

J. K. Bansal Saraswati Sangeet Mahavidyalaya remains dedicated to:

• Upholding the dignity of Indian classical music education.
• Providing authentic and accurate academic guidance.
• Supporting students in their academic and professional journeys.

Disclaimer

This page is published for general academic awareness only. The Mahavidyalaya does not offer legal advice. Eligibility for employment or higher education shall be governed by the applicable rules, recruitment notifications, and decisions of the concerned authorities.