THE STATE OF GUJARAT vs I.R.C.G.

The Supreme Court upheld the High Court's directions for the State Government to compensate trusts and institutions for the restoration of religious places damaged during the 2002 communal riots, emphasizing the fundamental right to worship under Article 25 of the Constitution. The Court affirmed the appointment of Special Officers to assess claims for compensation and mandated that evidence of expenditures be provided by the claimants. The ruling reinforced the obligation of the State to restore religious sites to their original condition, while clarifying that no compensation would be provided for any unauthorized additional constructions made during repairs.