Introduction The Framers of the Indian Constitution took as long as 2 years, 11 months and 18 days to draft the longest Written Constitution in the world. Resulting from several deliberations amongst numerous members of the Constituent Assembly, the final draft of the Constitution of India, 1950 was enacted on the 26th of January, 1949. The original Constitution consisted of 395 articles in 22 parts and 8 schedules. It was ultimately an amalgamation of the best features adopted from various constitutions across the globe. However, these features were delicately moderated to meet the needs and aspirations of Independent India. The most important feature of the Indian Constitution, from the perspective of her citizens, is Part III which deals with Fundamental Rights. This Part discusses the relationship of justice and fairness between the State and the citizens. It enhances the rights that all citizens, and in some cases non-citizens, are guaranteed protection against the State's ar...
Case Details Case Name: Indian Young Lawyers Association & Ors. vs. The State of Kerala & Ors. Citation: Writ Petition (Civil) No. 373 of 2006 Parties Involved: Petitioner – Indian Young Lawyers Association Respondent – Travancore Devaswom Board Pandalam Royal Family Chief Thanthri Bench: Justice Deepak Mishra Justice A.N. Khanwilkar Justice Rohintan Nariman Justice Indu Malhotra Justice D.Y. Chandrachud Introduction The Sabarimala Temple, dedicated to Lord Ayyappa, is an ancient temple located atop one of the 18 Sannidhanam mountains that make up the Western Ghats. It is situated in Kerala's Pathanamthitta district. The common belief is that Lord Ayyappa's asceticism, specifically his celibacy, is what gives him his powers. The pilgrims adopt the habit of celibacy both before and while on the journey. People who pray to Lord Ayyappa and profess faith in him are expected to adhere strictly to a set of rules called a "Vratham" for 41 days. According to t...