• UGI USER
  • Feb 02, 2024
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COURT RULING ON GYANVAPI MOSQUE BASEMENT

Why in the News?

  • Varanasi court permits Hindu worship in the basement of Gyanvapi Mosque.
  • Decision follows a significant ruling allowing the plea filed by Hindu plaintiffs.
Source: Jagran

 About the Verdict:

  • District court directs Varanasi’s district magistrate to facilitate worship arrangements within a week.
  • Hindu side argues for worship rights based on historical practices until 1993.
  • Muslim side, represented by Anjuman Intezamiya, opposes, claiming the basement is part of the mosque.
About The Archaeological Survey of India (ASI)

·    The Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) operates under the Ministry of Culture.

·    It is responsible for researching and safeguarding India’s cultural heritage.

·    ASI oversees over 3650 ancient monuments and archaeological sites nationwide.

·    Its tasks involve conducting surveys, excavations, and conserving protected monuments.

·    Established in 1861 by Alexander Cunningham, ASI’s first Director-General, often hailed as the “Father of Indian Archaeology.”