In a notable shift, Kerala's ruling Left Democratic Front government has expressed support for the review of the Supreme Court's 2018 Sabarimala judgment, which allowed women of all ages to enter the temple. The Advocate on Record for the Kerala government, Nishe Rajen Shonker, communicated this change in a letter, requesting to be included as a supporter of the review petition. This development comes ahead of a hearing scheduled for today by a nine-judge Constitution Bench. The Centre has also opposed the 2018 ruling, arguing that it contains several apparent errors, particularly regarding the definition of 'denomination' in the context of Hinduism. Solicitor General Tushar Mehta emphasized the need to recognize the internal diversity of Hinduism, which encompasses various beliefs and practices. The Centre's stance suggests that the restriction on women's entry is not based on notions of impurity, but rather on the unique attributes of the deity worshipped at Sabarimala, Lord Ayyappa, who is considered an eternal celibate. The outcome of this review could have significant implications for religious practices and the preservation of traditions at the temple.