Introduction:

In the ongoing Krishna Janmabhoomi-Shahi Eidgah Mosque dispute, the mosque committee has appealed to the Supreme Court against an Allahabad High Court order permitting the inspection of the mosque’s site. The High Court order, allowing the appointment of a court commissioner for inspection, has triggered legal action by the mosque committee, contesting the order’s validity.

Arguments:

The mosque committee has contested the High Court’s decision, asserting that the rejection of their plea to dismiss the suit was necessary before addressing other applications. It argued that the suit should be dismissed under the Places of Worship (Special Provisions) Act, 1991. The committee disputed the plaintiff’s claims of Lord Krishna’s birthplace lying under the mosque, highlighting a lack of substantial evidence and characterizing their demand for an in-depth survey as mere speculation. It also alleged an ulterior motive behind the plaintiff’s request for the mosque’s demolition during the case’s pendency.

Court’s Judgement:

The Supreme Court had earlier declined to stay the High Court’s order for the appointment of a court commissioner. Now, the mosque committee’s formal challenge against the order is being considered by the apex court. The plea emphasizes the need for dismissing the suit and raises objections to the plaintiff’s evidence, highlighting discrepancies and challenging the plaintiff’s intentions.