By admin The Allahabad High Court has been instrumental in handling several landmark cases that have significantly impacted Indian jurisprudence and societal norms. Here are some of the most notable cases:
1. The Indira Gandhi Verdict (1975)
Case Details: Indira Gandhi, the then Prime Minister of India, was challenged by Raj Narain for electoral malpractices in the 1971 parliamentary election. The Allahabad High Court found her guilty and declared her election invalid, barring her from holding public office for six years. Although the Supreme Court later stayed and overturned this verdict, it remains a significant event in Indian political history.
2. The Babri Masjid-Ram Janmabhoomi Judgement (2010)
Case Details: The court ruled that the disputed land in Ayodhya should be divided among three parties: Ram Lalla, Nirmohi Akhara, and the Sunni Waqf Board. The verdict also acknowledged the central dome of the demolished mosque as the birthplace of Lord Ram according to Hindu faith. This decision was later reviewed by the Supreme Court.
3. Ban on Caste-Based Rallies (2013)
Case Details: The court banned caste-based rallies in Uttar Pradesh, citing them as unconstitutional. This ruling aimed to promote social unity and prevent divisive politics.
4. Order for Government Officials to Send Children to Government Schools (2015)
Case Details: In an effort to improve the condition of government schools, the court ordered government officials to enroll their children in these schools. This move was intended to ensure better infrastructure and education quality in public schools.
5. Triple Talaq Ruling (2017)
Case Details: The Allahabad High Court declared the practice of triple talaq unconstitutional, calling it cruel and demeaning. This judgment was part of a broader legal challenge to the practice, which was later upheld by the Supreme Court.
6. Gyanvapi Mosque Case (2023)
Case Details: The court supported a scientific survey of the Gyanvapi mosque complex, dismissing a plea by the Masjid Committee against the Archaeological Survey of India’s (ASI) survey. This decision facilitated further legal proceedings in the case.
These cases highlight the Allahabad High Court’s role in shaping legal and social discourse in India.