The Allahabad High Court rejected a plea filed by Muslim parties challenging a Varanasi court order allowing Hindu prayers in the southern cellar of the Gyanvapi Mosque. This decision is part of a civil court case disputing the religious nature of the Gyanvapi compound, with conflicting claims about historical possession and the demolition of an ancient temple.
The Allahabad High Court has reserved its judgment on the appeal filed by the Gyanvapi Mosque committee contesting the Varanasi Court’s decision permitting Hindu prayers in the ‘Vyas Tehkhana’. The case, which revolves around possession and religious rights, highlights the delicate balance between religious freedom and property laws. The judgment’s outcome is anticipated to have significant implications.
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.
The Allahabad High Court is currently hearing the Gyanvapi mosque dispute, with the Muslim side challenged to prove their possession of the mosque’s southern cellar in 1993. The court’s directive against media engagement highlights its commitment to integrity. The case is of national interest and could set significant legal precedents for religious and cultural disputes in India.
A Hindu party seeks an Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) survey of the Gyanvapi Mosque’s cellars to establish its religious significance, highlighting the ongoing dispute with the Muslim community. The petitioner advocates for modern methods to access blocked cellars without damaging the mosque’s structure, reflecting the broader quest for historical truth and religious reconciliation in India.
The Allahabad High Court rejected the Anjuman Intezamia Masjid Committee’s plea, allowing Hindu prayers in the Gyanvapi mosque’s southern cellar. The All India Muslim Personal Law Board expressed astonishment and announced plans to challenge the ruling in the Supreme Court. They criticized the court for not affording the Muslim side an opportunity to present their perspective. The AIMPLB plans to seek an audience with President Droupadi Murmu. Additionally, they alleged a separate law for the majority in courts and questioned the fairness of the judicial system. The Gyanvapi case has sparked controversy and raised concerns about religious rights and judicial equality.
The Anjuman Intezamia Masjid Committee has taken the dispute over Hindu worship within the Gyanvapi mosque to the Supreme Court, challenging a district judge’s ruling. The conflict stems from differing historical claims, with the outcome expected to impact broader religious and heritage discourse in India. This legal battle reflects complex intersections of history, religion, and law.
The Supreme Court of India has extended the suspension of the Commission for the Shahi Eidgah Mosque in the Gyanvapi case, with the hearing postponed until April. The decision underscores the complex legal battle concerning the historical and religious site in Mathura, India, reflecting the interplay of history, religion, and law. The outcome is anticipated to set a precedent for similar disputes.