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.
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NEW DELHI: Today(6th Jan): A Hindu group, the Akhil Bhartiya Sant Samiti, has approached the Supreme Court to challenge the constitutional validity of the 1991 Places of Worship Act, claiming it infringes on fundamental rights and prevents communities from reclaiming religious sites. The law maintains the status quo of religious places since 1947, excluding disputes related to the Babri Masjid.
The Supreme Court will consider AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi’s plea for the enforcement of the 1991 Places of Worship Act, which preserves places of worship’s status as of August 15, 1947. Owaisi’s petition will be combined with ongoing cases and heard on February 17, addressing concerns over religious site reclamation lawsuits.
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.
