Birth and Death Rituals — Landmark Events

Landmark Events

Commissioner, Hindu Religious Endowments v. Sri Lakshmindra Thirtha Swamiar of Sri Shirur Mutt

1954

This landmark judgment established the constitutional framework for religious practices by distinguishing between essential and non-essential religious practices. The Supreme…

Indian Young Lawyers Association v. State of Kerala (Sabarimala case)

2018

This controversial judgment addressed the tension between religious tradition and constitutional values, particularly gender equality. While specifically about temple entry, the…

Mohd. Ahmed Khan v. Shah Bano Begum

1985

Though primarily about maintenance rights, this case highlighted the complex relationship between personal laws and constitutional rights, affecting how religious communities…