#Law and Order

Administrative Interference Unwarranted in Peaceful Religious Prayer on Private Premises: Allahabad High Court

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Emphasising the constitutional protection of religious freedom, the Allahabad High Court observed that a person cannot be restrained from offering namaz or any other form of religious prayer peacefully within his or her private premises unless there exists a clear legal basis for such interference. The Court clarified that unless public order is affected, interference … Read more

Allahabad High Court: Officers Who Cannot Maintain Law and Order Should Resign, Not Restrict Ramzan Prayers

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The Allahabad High Court expressed strong displeasure over an administrative order restricting the number of worshippers offering prayers at a mosque in Sambhal district during Ramzan, observing that maintaining the rule of law is the State’s foremost responsibility. The Court remarked, “It is the duty of the State to ensure that the rule of law … Read more