In this two-part series, the author analyzes Justice D.Y. Chandrachud’s reasoning while tackling the challenge of Article 17 in the Sabarimala Temple Entry Case (“Sabarimala”). Chandrachud J. took a distinct approach by expanding the scope of Article 17 to include the notions of ‘Purity -Pollution’. Part I engages with Chandrachud J.’s interpretation of Article 17 and differentiates his reasoning from the existing jurisprudence on Article 17. This piece aims to look at Chandrachud J.’s take on Article 17 to highlight its expansive nature.
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