The Supreme Court will hear the plea by Shahi Masjid Idgah’s management on January 15, challenging the Allahabad High Court’s rejection of its petition in the Krishna Janmabhoomi dispute. The case focuses on the “religious character” of the disputed site, with Hindu parties seeking mosque removal, citing violations of the Places of Worship Act.
The Supreme Court will Today (Dec 5) hear a batch of petitions challenging the Places of Worship (Special Provisions) Act, 1991, including those that question the validity of certain provisions of the act. The bench of Chief Justice of India (CJI) Sanjiv Khanna and Justice PV Sanjay Kumar, also had before it pleas supporting the Act and seeking directions for its proper enforcement.
Today, On 4th December, Chief Justice Sanjiv Khanna will preside over petitions contesting the constitutional validity of the Places of Worship (Special Provisions) Act, 1991, aimed at preserving the religious character of places of worship as of August 15, 1947. The case involves multiple petitioners, highlighting significant constitutional and societal debates.
Today, On 17th September, The Supreme Court requested clarification from the Muslim side in the Shahi Idgah mosque dispute regarding the filing of an appeal in the High Court. The legal battle involves a land dispute claimed by the Hindu community. The court aims to ensure a proper judicial process. The next hearing is scheduled for November 4.
Today, On 4th September, The Muslim community appealed to the Supreme Court against an Allahabad High Court ruling that upheld the maintainability of lawsuits concerning the Shahi Idgah mosque dispute. The case involves legal challenges over the ownership and status of the mosque, which shares proximity with the Krishna Janmabhoomi temple in Mathura. The upcoming Supreme Court decision will shape the future legal proceedings and negotiations between the involved parties.
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Today, On 6th August, Hindu litigants filed a caveat in the Supreme Court regarding the Mathura temple-mosque dispute to ensure their participation in any future hearings. This comes after the Allahabad High Court dismissed a plea challenging the maintainability of 18 cases related to the dispute. The legal battle holds potential implications for the interpretation of the Places of Worship Act in India.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to begin his third term in office, after securing victory in the general elections. His government’s legislative agenda includes centralized administration, anti-terrorism measures, and emphasis on Hindu pride. Legal changes under Modi’s leadership include revoking Article 370, introducing the Indian Justice Code, and pursuing a Uniform Civil Code. The BJP’s political and legal strategies continue to shape India’s future.
Today, On 31st May, The Allahabad High Court reserved judgment on the Krishna Janmasthan-Shahi Idgah dispute in Mathura, Uttar Pradesh. Hindu litigants seek to challenge the existence of the Shahi Idgah mosque, claiming it was built on the birthplace of Lord Krishna, while the Muslim side argues that the suits are barred under the Places of Worship Act, 1991. The case has historical, religious, and legal significance, and its outcome could set a precedent for future disputes over religious sites.