Significance of ‘Places of Worship Act’ amidst judicial challenges

The Allahabad High Court's recent dismissal of a PIL seeking Shahi Idgah's removal in Mathura highlights concerns over protecting religious sites in India. The ruling intersects with challenges to the Places of Worship Act of 1991, prompting a broader discourse on historical grievances, religious identity, and the urgent need for safeguarding diverse religious sites. The judiciary's role becomes crucial in upholding constitutional values and ensuring the effective implementation of the Act to preserve India's secular ethos.

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