DMAI vs

The Supreme Court examined the Rajasthan Sati (Prevention) Ordinance 1987 and its subsequent replacement by the Rajasthan Sati (Prevention) Act 1987, particularly focusing on Sections 2(b), 2(c), and 5 regarding the definitions and punishments related to the glorification of Sati. The Court held that the Collector's order prohibiting the glorification of Sati was valid despite not being published in the official gazette, as the Ordinance did not mandate such publication for effectiveness. The judgment reinforced the legislative intent to prevent Sati and its glorification, affirming the power of authorities to act against such practices.