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The Chhattisgarh High Court ruled that prior permission is not required for prayer meetings held in private dwellings.
The decision came after petitioners challenged police notices demanding such permissions for religious gatherings in their homes.
The court clarified that authorities can intervene only if there are violations such as noise pollution or a breach of law and order.
This ruling reinforces the constitutional right to freedom of religion within private spaces, balancing it with public order concerns.
Guarantees all persons the freedom of conscience and the right to freely profess, practice, and propagate religion, subject to public order, morality, and health. The court's ruling upholds the 'practice' aspect within private domains.
Grants every religious denomination the right to establish and maintain institutions for religious and charitable purposes, manage its own affairs in matters of religion, and own and acquire property. While primarily for denominations, its spirit extends to individual religious practices.
GS-II: Indian Constitution—historical underpinnings, evolution, features, amendments, significant provisions and basic structure. Functions and responsibilities of the Union and the States, issues and challenges pertaining to the federal structure, devolution of powers and finances up to local levels and challenges therein. Separation of powers between various organs dispute redressal mechanisms and institutions.
General Awareness: Indian Polity and Constitution, Fundamental Rights.
General Awareness: Indian Constitution, Judiciary.
General Awareness: Indian Polity, Fundamental Rights.
General Knowledge: Indian Constitution, Fundamental Rights.
Why is there a great concern about the 'microbeads' that are released into environment?
Answer: They are considered harmful to marine ecosystems.
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Answer: All three
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Judiciary and Fundamental Rights are consistently high-frequency topics across all major competitive exams.
A fundamental right enshrined in the Indian Constitution, allowing individuals to practice their faith without undue state interference.
A person's home or residence, considered a private space where certain rights are more protected.
Official authorization or consent required before an action or event can take place.
The maintenance of public peace, safety, and adherence to legal norms by the state.