BIJOE EMMANUEL & ORS. vs STATE OF KERALA & ORS.

The Supreme Court held that the expulsion of three children from school for refusing to sing the National Anthem due to their religious beliefs violated their Fundamental Rights under Article 19(1)(a) and Article 25(1) of the Constitution of India. The Court established that there is no legal obligation to sing the National Anthem, and respectful silence while standing is sufficient to show respect. The Court set aside the High Court's judgment and directed the authorities to re-admit the children and facilitate their studies.