• G. Kanniga Shree
• Dr. P. Brinda

The acquisition of temple land involves legal and administrative considerations to ensure the protection and proper utilization of properties belonging to religious institutions. Notable rulings by the Supreme Court of India and various High Courts have established that temple land is legally owned by the deity, under the supervision of relevant authorities such as the Devsthan Department. Compensation for acquired temple land must benefit the temple and its deity, as overseen by relevant authorities like the Devsthan Department. Land acquisition for public purposes, including temple development and tourism, is governed by the Right to Fair Compensation and Transparency in Land Acquisition, Rehabilitation, and Resettlement Act, 2013. These regulations aim to balance development needs with the preservation of religious properties, ensuring their continued benefit to the community.

Deity Ownership, Devsthan Department, Temple Land Acquisition, Public Purpose, Compensation Right to Fair Compensation and Transparency in Land Acquisition Act, Supreme Court Rulings

"Acquisition of Temple Lands", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.12, Issue 2, page no.a86-a94, February-2025, Available :http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR2502012.pdf

"Acquisition of Temple Lands", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org | UGC and issn Approved), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.12, Issue 2, page no. ppa86-a94, February-2025, Available at : http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR2502012.pdf