DUSU poll: AISA moves HC against ₹1-lakh bond
The All India Students’ Association has challenged a Delhi University requirement that mandates candidates provide a parental surety bond of ₹1 lakh to run for student union elections. The student group argues the policy is discriminatory and creates financial barriers for students.
Why it matters
This case highlights ongoing tensions regarding student autonomy and the accessibility of democratic processes within higher education institutions.
The All India Students’ Association (AISA) on Wednesday moved the Delhi High Court against the Delhi University’s requirement for candidates to submit an indemnity affidavit and parental surety bond of ₹1 lakh to contest the university’s students’ union (DUSU) election scheduled for September 18.
The DUSU Election Committee has circulated an affidavit for 2026-27 elections, which requires the candidates to declare that their parents are aware that they are contesting the election. It also requires parents or guardians to stand as surety for payment of ₹1 lakh in case of any infringement or violation of guidelines, notifications, orders, or judgments.
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