S. RATHINAM @ KUPPAMUTHU vs L.S. MARIAPPAN .

The Supreme Court addressed whether the right to manage a temple and shebaitship can be subject to testamentary succession. The Court held that such rights are not transferable by will, as they are tied to the religious and spiritual duties associated with the temple. The judgment of the High Court was affirmed, reinforcing the principle that management rights of a temple cannot be bequeathed, thus maintaining the sanctity of religious practices.