Karnataka HC Seeks State Reply on Dharmasthala Burial PIL
The Karnataka High Court has asked the state government to respond to a fresh PIL regarding burial practices in Dharmasthala, highlighting legal and cultural concerns.
The Karnataka High Court has asked the state government to respond to a fresh PIL regarding burial practices in Dharmasthala, highlighting legal and cultural concerns.
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