BHURI NATH vs STATE OF J & K.

The Supreme Court upheld the constitutionality of the Jammu and Kashmir Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Act, 1988, emphasizing that the Act provides for the better management and governance of the shrine and its endowments. The Court noted that Section 2 of the Act grants it overriding effect over any contrary law or custom, thereby affirming the legislative intent to ensure effective administration of the shrine. The judgment confirmed that the Act's provisions are valid and enforceable, dismissing the challenges posed by the appellants.