Karnataka High Court Dismisses Case Over 'Jai Shri Ram' Chants in Mosque

The court ruled that chanting the slogan inside a mosque does not constitute an offense under the Indian Penal Code.

The Karnataka High Court quashed charges against two individuals accused of chanting 'Jai Shri Ram' inside a mosque.
The case involved charges under IPC sections including outraging religious feelings and criminal trespass.
Justice M. Nagaprasanna led the bench, questioning how the slogans could harm religious sentiments.
The court noted that Hindus and Muslims in the area live harmoniously, which influenced the decision.
The ruling emphasized that not every act falls under Section 295A, which targets deliberate and malicious intent to insult religious beliefs.