CNN Central News & Network–ITDC India Epress/ITDC News Bhopal: The Supreme Court of India has constituted a nine-judge Constitution Bench to revisit key legal and constitutional questions arising from the Sabarimala temple entry issue. The matter, which has generated nationwide debate, centers around the balance between religious freedom and gender equality. The court has scheduled hearings to begin from April 7, marking a significant development in one of the most closely watched legal cases in recent years.
The Sabarimala case originally stemmed from restrictions on the entry of women of certain age groups into the temple, a practice challenged on constitutional grounds. In 2018, the Supreme Court ruled in favor of allowing women entry, citing equality and non-discrimination. However, multiple review petitions and concerns raised by various stakeholders led to the formation of a larger bench to examine broader questions related to religious practices and fundamental rights.
The upcoming hearings are expected to address whether courts can intervene in religious customs and the extent to which such practices are protected under the Constitution. The outcome could have far-reaching implications, not only for Sabarimala but also for similar cases involving religious traditions across India.
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