EP 08: Faith Under Fire Jadunathjee Maharaj VS Karsandas Mooljee

In 1861 Bombay, a controversial editorial in 'Satya Prakash' accused revered spiritual leader Jadunathjee Maharaj of promoting immoral doctrines, igniting societal upheaval. The editorial's bold claims led to a high-profile libel case between the Maharaj and editor Karsandas Mooljee. The courtroom drama revealed financial misconduct, orchestrated miracles, and deep-rooted power dynamics within the Bhattia community. The trial's verdict, favoring Mooljee, championed free speech, prompting significant changes in spiritual transparency and sparking nationwide discussions on the balance between faith and accountability. This landmark case redefined the roles of media, spirituality, and justice in India's evolving society. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices