The Supreme Court of India is currently reviewing the validity of public interest litigations (PILs) related to religious practices, with a focus on the Sabarimala temple in Kerala. During the proceedings, Chief Justice of India Surya Kant noted the complexities involved in declaring the beliefs of millions as erroneous. The Travancore Devaswom Board (TDB), which manages the temple, contends that such PILs should not serve as a means to interpret religious practices. Senior advocate Abhishek Singhvi, representing the TDB, argued that allowing PILs in religious matters could distort the constitutional framework governing religious freedoms under Articles 25 and 26 of the Indian Constitution. He emphasized that the exclusion of women aged 10 to 50 is directly related to the identity and manifestation of the deity Lord Ayyappa, who is worshipped as a lifelong celibate. This ongoing debate follows a significant 2018 ruling that lifted the ban on women entering the temple, a decision that remains controversial. The court's discussions highlight the delicate balance between religious beliefs and individual rights, with the hearing set to continue.