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The Supreme Court’s 2023 ruling in the Gyanvapi case legitimized surveys of disputed religious sites, providing a precedent for similar cases. The decision, permitting the Archaeological Survey of India to investigate the mosque complex, has incited claims over additional contested worship places, leading to escalating tensions and legal disputes across the country.
Today, On 13th September, A Varanasi court rejected a plea to repair Vyas Ji Ka Tehkhana in the Gyanvapi mosque complex due to insufficient grounds. The site is central to a legal dispute between Hindu and Muslim communities. Ongoing worship activities and concerns about the safety of the structure have added to the complexity of the case, which is being examined by the Supreme Court.
Today, On 11th September, in the Gyanvapi case, the Hindu side requested court permission for an Archaeological Survey of India excavation at the disputed site, aiming to uncover evidence of its religious history. The court will assess this request amid the ongoing legal dispute with the Muslim community. This case centers on the claim that a mosque was built atop an ancient Hindu temple, sparking a heated legal battle.