In a significant development, the Allahabad High Court has dismissed the petitions filed by the Muslim side in the Gyanvapi Mosque dispute. The court's decision allowed Hindu prayers to continue in the Gyanvapi Cellar, marking a pivotal moment in the longstanding legal battle over the site's ownership and religious rights.
The court has upheld the decision regarding the Gyanvapi mosque in Varanasi. The court dismissed appeals made by the mosque's management committee challenging the Varanasi district judge's orders concerning the mosque's "Vyas Tehkhana" or southern cellar.
Key points
Dismissal of appeals: The high court rejected appeals brought forth by the Gyanvapi mosque management committee against two key orders issued by the Varanasi district judge.
Appointment of receiver: The district judge's January 17 order, appointing the Varanasi district magistrate as the receiver of the "Vyas Tehkhana," has been affirmed by the high court.
Permission for worship: Additionally, the high court upheld the January 31 order allowing "puja" to be performed in the tehkhana, stating that worship activities will continue in the designated area.
Verdict and decision process
Justice Rohit Ranjan Agarwal, presiding over the case, stated that after a thorough examination of the case records and considering arguments from all involved parties, the court found no basis to intervene in the district judge's rulings.
Legal proceedings
The verdict followed a period of deliberation, with Justice Agarwal reserving judgment on February 15 after hearing representations from the parties involved.
Background
The appeals were filed before the high court by the Anjuman Intezamia Mosque Committee, responsible for managing the Gyanvapi mosque in Varanasi. This ruling marked a significant development in the ongoing legal saga surrounding the Gyanvapi mosque, with implications for its management and religious activities moving forward.
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