Claim of Badaun Jama Masjid vs Neelkanth Mahadev Temple: Big decision will be taken on December 10
The claim of Jama Masjid in Badaun being Neelkanth Mahadev temple remains a matter of debate in the court. The next hearing will be on December 10. The Muslim side has demanded the dismissal of the petition, while the Hindu Mahasabha has claimed to present evidence.
INDC Network: Badaun, Uttar Pradesh: 850-year-old Jama Masjid dispute: Temple claims
In the Civil Court of Badaun, Uttar Pradesh, Jama Masjid has been claimed to be Neelkanth Mahadev Temple. Hindu Mahasabha plaintiff Mukesh Patel says that this mosque was built on the site of an ancient temple.
| Aspects of the dispute | Muslim side | Hindu side |
|---|---|---|
| History of the Mosque | 850 years old, built by Shamsuddin Iltutmish | King Mahipala's fort, Nilakantha Mahadev's temple |
| present claim | There is no evidence of worship in the mosque | There is evidence of a temple in place of a mosque |
| Legal status | No right to be a plaintiff | There was talk of going to the Supreme Court |
The final hearing will be held on December 10
Civil Judge Senior Division Amit Kumar has fixed December 10 as the next date of hearing on Tuesday.
- The Muslim side has been instructed to complete their arguments on the same day.
- After this, the Hindu side will get an opportunity to present its side.
- Lawyers for both sides will appear in court at 10:30 am.
Arguments of the Muslim side
Muslim lawyer Asrar Ahmed told the court that:
- History of the mosque: This mosque is about 850 years old and has never been worshiped there.
- Violation of Places of Worship Act: This petition violates the law.
- Right to be a plaintiff: The Hindu Mahasabha has no right to file a petition in this case.
The claim of the Hindu side
Hindu Mahasabha advocate Ved Prakash Sahu and plaintiff Mukesh Patel said:
- Existence of the temple: The mosque was built on the fort of King Mahipala, which was converted from a temple to a mosque.
- Evidence: They have sufficient evidence and will present it in court.
- Accusations of prolonging the case: The Muslim side is deliberately delaying the debate.
| main argument | The tree of the Muslim side | The tree of the Hindu side |
|---|---|---|
| Validity of Petition | Illegal, no right to be a plaintiff | Legally valid |
| Right to worship | Never worshiped, permission cannot be given | Will prove the existence of the temple |
Past controversies and current debates
- The controversy started in 2022 when the Hindu Mahasabha claimed that the Jama Masjid was built on the site of the Neelkanth Mahadev Temple.
- The mosque is considered to be the tallest structure in Badaun and the third oldest mosque in the country.
- This mosque has the capacity of 23,500 people to pray at a time.
- This dispute is a question of balance between historical heritage and religious sentiments. According to the court's instructions, the Muslim side will have to finish its arguments on December 10. After this, the Hindu Mahasabha will present its arguments.
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