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In my opinion, however, that decision has no application to the present case. The plaintiffs are vitally interested in the sanctity of the Mohaprasad for their livelihood. If, as alleged by them, such sanctity would be adversely affected by allowing a 'Pitha' higher in level than the 'Ratna Singhasan', their right to property is affected and a civil suit would necessarily lie.
Again, the mere alteration in the Kurma Prachir which involves pulling down and breaking the ornamental conical portions (Kangula) which adorn the top of the 'Kurma Prachir' would furnish a ground for civil action by the other worshippers of the temple if such alteration would affect the sanctity of the shrine. The leading decision on the subject is AIR 1933 PC 193 (B), dealing with the well-known dispute between the Setambaris and Digambaris regarding Parasnath Hill.