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flag Indian court rules temple donations must fund religion, not state projects, mandating transparency and accountability.

flag The Himachal Pradesh High Court has ruled that donations to Hindu temples must be used solely for religious, dharmic, and charitable purposes, not for government schemes, infrastructure, or official expenses. flag In a landmark decision, the court emphasized that temple funds belong to the deity, not the state, and their misuse constitutes criminal breach of trust. flag Trustees are custodians, not owners, and must use funds for religious activities, education, cultural promotion, and disaster relief. flag The ruling mandates public display of monthly financial statements and annual audits to ensure transparency, with misuse leading to personal liability. flag The court upheld the 1984 Act and constitutional principles, affirming that Dharma promotes equality and opposes discrimination.

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