State Can't Obstruct Rituals Recognized Since Time Immemorial & Promoting Cultural Harmony On Trivial Grounds: Allahabad HC

In its order disposing of 3 petitions challenging the DM's denial of permission for the Jeth Mela at the Bahraich Dargah, the Allahabad High Court on Thursday made a significant observation regarding limits on the state to obstruct long-standing ritualistic practices. The Court observed that such practices, which have been recognised since time immemorial, cannot be obstructed by the...