New Delhi, Feb. 16 -- The Supreme Court of India is about to begin hearings in the long-pending Sabarimala temple entry case, along with a series of related cases.

The nine-judge Constitution Bench's proceedings are anticipated to review major questions related to essential religious practices, equality, and constitutional morality, ANI reported.

The apex Court scheduled hearings to start at 10:30 am on 7 April. Review sessions for petitioners and supporting parties will take place from April 7 to 9 April, followed by the original writ petitioners from 14 to 16 April. Rejoinders, if any, are set for 22 April.

(More to come.)

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