Legal Tensions and the Places of Worship Act

This chapter explores the 1991 Places of Worship Act in India, designed to preserve the status of religious sites and mitigate historical disputes following independence. It highlights ongoing legal dilemmas, particularly in relation to the Ayodhya judgment and recent Supreme Court directives, underscoring the delicate balance between judicial interpretation and societal tensions. The chapter further contrasts these issues with a tragic incident involving Indian nationals in Georgia, reflecting on the broader human impact amidst legal controversies.