Shocked To See Many Non-Meat Products Having Halal Certification : Solicitor General Tells Supreme Court

The Supreme Court agreed to hear petitions challenging the Uttar Pradesh government’s ban on halal-certified products. The petitioners argue that the ban discriminates against halal-certified products, causing financial harm to businesses and disrupting consumer choice. The petitioners also argue that the cost of halal certification has become prohibitively expensive, affecting small businesses. The Court’s intervention is significant as it could set a precedent on how state regulations on food certification impact business practices and the rights of consumers, particularly in a pluralistic society with diverse dietary preferences.