On February 12, 2024, the Allahabad High Court postponed the hearing on a petition challenging the Varanasi district court’s decision to permit Hindu prayers in a basement area of the Gyanvapi Mosque until February 15. The dispute, rooted in claims of a demolished Hindu temple, has sparked legal battles and tensions between Hindu and Muslim communities in India.
A Varanasi court has ordered Hindu rituals to be performed in the Gyanvapi Mosque’s southern cellar. The decision mandates the creation of a conducive environment for these practices within seven days, reflecting the broader religious and cultural debates in India. The court’s directive has significant implications for the country’s religious and social landscape.