Other Religious Traditions — Landmark Events

Landmark Events

S.R. Bommai v. Union of India

1994

Though primarily about Article 356 and federalism, this nine-judge bench judgment profoundly articulated the concept of secularism as a basic feature of the Indian Constitution.…

Aruna Roy Singh v. Union of India

2002

This case dealt with the introduction of religious education in schools. The Supreme Court upheld the National Curriculum Framework for School Education (NCFSE) 2000, which…

Shirur Mutt Case (Commissioner, Hindu Religious Endowments, Madras v. Sri Lakshmindra Thirtha Swamiar of Sri Shirur Mutt)

1954

While primarily concerning Hindu religious institutions, this landmark judgment laid down the 'essential religious practices' test. The Supreme Court held that the protection…