The Supreme Court is examining whether the State can use constitutional morality and Directive Principles to justify laws reforming religious practices. The debate in the Sabarimala reference case may redefine the balance between religious freedom and equality in India.
The Tamil Nadu HR&CE body told the Supreme Court that temples lack profit motive and cannot be treated as “industry” under labour laws. The issue arises in a crucial hearing where the Court is reconsidering its 1978 ruling on the definition of “industry.”
