"Propaganda": Gujarat High Court on PIL against teaching Bhagwad Gita in schools

The Gujarat High Court dismissed a PIL challenging the teaching of the Bhagwad Gita in schools, finding no evidence of propaganda or violation of secular principles. The court emphasized that the Gita is a philosophical text that promotes moral values and can be taught as part of a broader curriculum. The court found that the petitioner’s claims of religious indoctrination were unfounded and that the teaching of the Gita did not violate constitutional principles. This ruling highlights the importance of promoting moral education while respecting secular values.