The Supreme Court of India has recently ruled on the issue of women's entry into the Sabarimala temple. Background: The Sabarimala temple in Kerala has been a contentious issue, with the temple authorities banning the entry of women between the ages of 10 and 50. Parties: The petitioners, including the Indian Young Lawyers Association, challenged the ban on women's entry into the temple. Legal issues: The primary issue was whether the ban on women's entry into the temple was constitutionally valid and whether it was a reasonable restriction on the right to equality. Court observations: The Supreme Court held that the ban on women's entry into the temple was not constitutionally valid, as it was a form of gender discrimination. The court also observed that the ban was not a reasonable restriction on the right to equality, as it was based on a patriarchal notion that women were impure during menstruation. Significance: This judgment has significant implications for the issue of women's entry into the Sabarimala temple, emphasizing the need for gender equality and non-discrimination. The court's order is expected to lead to the entry of women into the temple, which will be a significant step towards promoting gender equality in the country.