Setting Up Of Religious Place By One Community Can't Be Stopped Merely Due To Opposition By Another Community, Assumption Of Disharmony: Kerala HC

The Kerala High Court ruled that opposition from other groups cannot stop the establishment of a religious place if it complies with legal requirements. The case involved a petition challenging the construction of a mosque, citing opposition from local residents and other groups. The court found that the construction had received the necessary approvals and met all legal criteria. Justice N. Nagaresh emphasized that the right to practice and propagate religion is a fundamental right under the Constitution, and any opposition must be based on valid legal grounds. The ruling underscores the importance of upholding constitutional rights and ensuring that religious freedoms are protected, provided that legal procedures are followed.