The Supreme Court has transferred CPI(M)’s challenge to the Madras High Court order directing removal of permanent political flagpoles from public spaces in Tamil Nadu to Justice Vikram Nath’s bench. The party argued the order violates its fundamental rights and amounts to “impermissible judicial legislation.”
The High Court rejected a plea seeking permission to use loudspeakers On top of a mosque. It stated that religious places are meant for offering prayers, and the use of loudspeakers cannot be considered a fundamental right. The court emphasized maintaining peace and harmony. This ruling highlights the balance between religious practices and public order.
Justice Devan Ramachandran of the Kerala High Court criticized authorities for ignoring illegal public installations, asserting they cannot be justified as religious practices. He condemned both political and religious entities for bypassing laws and instructed local government secretaries to enforce fines, emphasizing accountability and the need for clarity in public spaces.
