Places of Worship (Special Provisions) Act, 1991

This comprehensive edition of the Places of Worship (Special Provisions) Act, 1991 serves as an essential guide to India’s legal framework regulating the preservation and protection of religious sites. The Act safeguards the secular character of the state by freezing the status of places of worship as they existed on August 15, 1947, and prohibits conversion of religious sites, except in specified circumstances. The book covers statutory provisions for dispute resolution, legal immunity for worship places, and the protection of heritage and historical religious sites. Detailed commentary and case references help readers understand the practical application of the Act, its impact on legal disputes, and its role in preserving communal harmony. Structured for clarity, this edition is an indispensable resource for legal practitioners, constitutional scholars, government officials, and students of law. It provides practical insights into religious property law, statutory protections, and enforcement mechanisms, making it highly relevant for anyone engaged with religious, heritage, or constitutional law in India.