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Court Allows Anyone to Serve as DUSU Candidate Guarantor
✍️ Amar Ujala · Delhi
🗓 03 Sep 2026, 08:48 PM
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A Delhi court has ruled that any person can act as a guarantor for candidates in Delhi University Students' Union elections, easing the eligibility criteria.
A recent decision by a Delhi court has clarified that the role of a guarantor in the Delhi University Students' Union (DUSU) elections can be filled by any individual, regardless of their prior affiliation or status. The ruling removes the previous restriction that limited guarantors to a specific group, thereby broadening the pool of eligible supporters for student candidates.
The judgment was issued in response to a petition filed by student activists who argued that the existing rule unfairly limited candidate support. By allowing any person to act as a guarantor, the court aims to promote greater inclusivity and reduce administrative barriers in the election process.
The decision is expected to simplify the nomination procedure for aspiring student leaders and could lead to a more diverse representation within the DUSU. University officials have welcomed the ruling, stating that it aligns with the institution's commitment to democratic participation among its student body.
The judgment was issued in response to a petition filed by student activists who argued that the existing rule unfairly limited candidate support. By allowing any person to act as a guarantor, the court aims to promote greater inclusivity and reduce administrative barriers in the election process.
The decision is expected to simplify the nomination procedure for aspiring student leaders and could lead to a more diverse representation within the DUSU. University officials have welcomed the ruling, stating that it aligns with the institution's commitment to democratic participation among its student body.