Jain Tirthankaras — Landmark Events

Landmark Events

Deoki Nandan Agarwal vs State of Bihar

1955

This case established the principle that Jainism is a distinct religion separate from Hinduism, recognizing the unique status of Jain Tirthankaras as religious teachers rather…

Bal Patil vs Union of India

2005

This case dealt with the protection of Jain religious sites and the archaeological significance of Tirthankara temples. The Supreme Court emphasized the historical and cultural…