CAN NOISE POLLUTION BE LEGALLY JUSTIFIED UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCE?
What law expresses: Is it allowed to produce noise pollution in the name of religion? Emerging pollution on our planet is leading to the mass destruction and extinction of various species and has repugnant effects on human health as well. It is our duty to preserve our planet and never, by our own acts, cause such annihilation. Now, putting philosophical thoughts aside, let us focus on the law. I would like to explain what our law expresses regarding the term ‘RELIGION.’ The word ‘RELIGION,’ as used in Articles 25 and 26 of the Constitution, is personal to the individual who has faith and belief in the religion. The Court has held that the Constitution is valid as it regulates only the secular activities connected with religion, and not matters which are integral parts of religion.[1] What our law says regarding— The use of Microphones and Loudspeakers at the time of Azan The Calcutta High Court has held that the restrictions imposed by the state on the use of microphones and louds...