Agamas

On 14th May 2025, the Supreme Court of India requested a committee formed by the Madras High Court to identify Agamic temples as against non-Agamic temples in Tamil Nadu in three months.

What are Agamas?

  • Agamas are a collection of ancient scriptures that provide detailed guidelines for the construction of temples, idol installation, rituals, and the conduct of worship in Hinduism.
  • They play a foundational role in the religious and spiritual life of many Hindu sects, particularly in South India.

Key Features of Agamas

Source of Temple Rituals

  • The Agamas lay down how temples should be constructed, how deities ....
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