NEW DELHI/BHOPAL: The Bhojshala Complicated in Madhya Pradesh, with ties to Raja Bhoja (1000-1055 AD), has not too long ago grabbed headlines after the Madhya Pradesh Excessive Court docket ordered the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) to conduct a survey on the disputed monument within the Dhar district.
Hindus Vs Muslims Over Bhojshala Complicated
On February 19, a Hindu group approached the Madhya Pradesh Excessive Court docket, urging the ASI to conduct a time-bound “scientific investigation” of the disputed Bhojshala monument, claiming it to be a temple of Goddess Vagdevi (Saraswati). The advanced holds significance for Hindus, contemplating it the temple of Goddess Vagdevi, whereas the Muslim group regards it as Kamal Maula Mosque.
Historic Signficance Of Bhojshala Complicated
Raja Bhoj, a distinguished determine within the Parmar dynasty, initially constructed an academic institute in Dhar generally known as Bhojshala. Over time, the stays of the Saraswati temple inside Bhojshala had been remodeled into Kamal Maulana Mosque by Muslim rulers. The mosque options intricate carvings, together with pillars and a prayer corridor with priceless inscriptions relationship again to the 11th-12th century.
Archaeological Proof And Spiritual Practices
Based mostly on archaeological proof, Bhojshala is believed to have originated as a Saraswati temple, corroborated by inscriptions and historic references. In accordance with an ASI order from 2003, Hindus worship contained in the advanced each Tuesday, whereas Muslims provide namaz each Friday.
MP Excessive Court docket’s Mandate
The Madhya Pradesh Excessive Court docket not too long ago directed the ASI to finish a survey of the Bhojshala Temple and Kamal Maula Mosque advanced inside six weeks. Emphasizing the necessity to make clear the advanced’s nature and character, the court docket mandated a complete scientific exploration, survey, and excavation, led by an knowledgeable committee.
The ASI is tasked with executing a radical scientific investigation, using the most recent strategies, and methods. The committee should submit its findings inside six weeks, together with the stock of artefacts, idols, deities, or buildings. Sealed rooms and halls throughout the advanced are to be opened for examination.
Arguments From Each Sides
The Hindu Entrance for Justice asserts that the Kamal Maula Mosque was constructed by destroying Hindu temples throughout Alauddin Khilji’s reign. In distinction, the ASI argues {that a} historic report from 1902-03 helps the pre-existence of the Bhojshala Temple of Vagdevi.
Dhar’s Shahar Qazi, Waqar Sadiq, representing the mosque’s administration, plans to problem the Excessive Court docket ruling within the Supreme Court docket. Muslim aspect’s senior advocate Ajay Bagadia contends bias in favor of the Bhojshala Vagdevi Temple.
Roots Of The Bhojshala Controversy
The dispute over the Bhojshala advanced dates again to the ASI’s 2003 order, permitting Hindus to worship on Tuesdays and Basant Panchami and Muslims to supply namaz on Fridays. The continued controversy intensified throughout cases when Basant Panchami coincided with Fridays, elevating questions on worship rights.
Activists advocating for the “liberation” of Bhojshala criticise Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan for implementing huge safety measures to implement the Excessive Court docket’s order. As authorized proceedings proceed and the ASI conducts its survey, the end result will doubtless have far-reaching implications for each the Hindu and Muslim communities, in addition to for the preservation of historic heritage in Madhya Pradesh.
