Ajmer Sharif The dargah, which is world famous as the shrine of Sufi saint Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti, has become the center of a new controversy. Recently, the lower court approved the petition in which this historical dargah has been declared a Shiva temple. The court has issued notice to all the parties in this case and fixed the date of hearing on December 20. After this decision, debate has erupted in religious circles and this issue has also gained momentum on social media.
What is the whole matter?
This petition was filed in the local court of Ajmer. The petitioner has claimed that in ancient times there was a Shiva temple on the land of Ajmer Sharif, which was later converted into a Dargah. Citing historical evidence and archaeological facts in this case, the petitioner has demanded that it be declared a Hindu religious place again.
Through the petition, an appeal has been made to the court that excavation should be done at the site so that the historical truth can be brought to light. Besides, it has also been demanded that the religious activities currently taking place at the Dargah should be stopped.
Court decision and notice
The trial court has accepted the petition for hearing and issued notice to the parties concerned. These include Ajmer Sharif Dargah Committee, local administration and concerned religious leaders. The court has asked all the parties in this case to file written replies.
All eyes on December 20 hearing
The next hearing of this issue will be on December 20. It is believed that this matter can increase religious and political debate not only at the local level but also at the national level.
Religious and political reactions
The petition declaring Ajmer Sharif Dargah as a Shiva temple has heated up the religious and political atmosphere.
- Dargah Committee’s response: The Dargah Committee has called this petition completely unacceptable. He says that this is a conspiracy to disturb religious harmony.
- Side of Hindu organizations: On the other hand, some Hindu organizations are supporting this petition. He says that the truth of the history of religious places should be revealed to the public.
What do experts say?
Historians and archaeologists are divided on this matter. Some experts believe that such petitions distort historical facts. At the same time, some say that the situation can be clarified through archaeological excavations.
- Historian: “Such disputes over historical sites not only create division in the society but also play with history.”
- Archeology Expert: “If investigation is done through scientific methods, the truth can be found out.”
Uproar on social media
This issue has also sparked heated debate on social media.
- #AjmerSharifControversy And #ShivaTemple Like hashtags are trending.
- Many people are calling it an attempt at religious polarization, while some people are considering it an attempt to bring out the historical truth.
Examples of disputes at religious places
This is not the first time that a controversy has arisen over a religious place. Many such cases have come to light before:
- Kashi Vishwanath-Gyanvapi Masjid dispute: A case is also going on in the court regarding Gyanvapi Mosque and Kashi Vishwanath Temple in Varanasi.
- Mathura’s Krishna Janmabhoomi-Shahi Eidgah dispute: Historical claims have also been made regarding Krishna Janmabhoomi and Shahi Eidgah in Mathura.
the way forward
After the hearing on December 20, it will be decided what will be the future of this petition. At present, this matter remains the center of discussion in religious and political circles.
Will this matter affect religious harmony or expose historical truth? This question is in everyone’s mind.
