Supreme Court Special Bench To Hear Petitions Challenging Constitutionality Of Places Of Worship Act On December 12

The Supreme Court has set up a special bench to hear petitions challenging the constitutionality of the Places of Worship (Special Provisions) Act, 1991, on December 12. The Act, which prohibits the conversion of places of worship and mandates the maintenance of the status quo, has been challenged by petitioners who argue that it infringes on constitutional principles. The Court’s decision to set up a special bench reflects the importance of the case, with constitutional implications for religious rights and the legal status of places of worship in India.