Entry of men restricted in many temples: Centre tells Supreme Court in Sabarimala reference
Indian Express·2h ago·Neutral
What Happened
During Supreme Court hearing on Sabarimala discrimination case, Solicitor General Tushar Mehta argued that gender restrictions exist at multiple temples, not only against women. He cited temples restricting men's entry, requiring male priests to wash female devotees' feet, prohibiting married men, and one Kerala temple where men must dress as women. Mehta contended religious practices cannot be categorized as male or female-centric. The nine-judge bench continues hearing pleas on women's discrimination at religious places.
Key Entities
Solicitor General Tushar MehtaSupreme CourtSabarimala templeChief Justice Surya KantKerala Hindu Places of Public Worship Rules 1965Pushkar temple