A 71 year old Sivadasan Pillai, a retired civil servant, converted his small residence in Kudappanakkunnu, Thiruvananthapuram, into Bharanaghadana Kshetram or Constitution Temple, using his pension funds. This unique temple hosts the Constitution of India for worship, similar to the sanctum sanctorum of traditional temples housing deities.
Since its official proclamation on January 26, 1950, after three years of independence, the Indian Constitution, overseen by Dr B R Ambedkar, has never been overthrown or challenged, earning India the title of the largest democracy in the world. The Constitution Temple was inaugurated on August 15, 2020, commemorating India’s Independence Day.
Within the temple, the Indian Constitution is placed in an open state, accompanied by a lampstand for worship, similar to a traditional temple housing a deity. The temple is adorned with various quotes…
