The Gujarat High Court dismissed a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) filed by a local Bajrang Dal leader, Shaktisinh Zala, seeking a ban on loudspeakers in mosques during azaan. The court, labeling it a “wholly misconceived PIL,” questioned the petitioner’s claims of noise pollution. The division bench emphasized the need for scientific evidence regarding the alleged disturbance, highlighting that noise pollution is a scientific matter. The court questioned the petitioner’s argument, noting that various religious practices, including temple aartis with drums and music, occur early in the morning. The bench underscored the longstanding faith and practices and the short duration of the azaan.
Gujarat High Court Rejects PIL Seeking Ban on Mosque Loudspeakers During Azaan
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