What was the major debate prompted by the events in Ayodhya in 1992?

Secularism and equal citizenship rights.

The events in Ayodhya led to a serious debate over secularism and posed questions about equal citizenship rights and the dominance of the majority religious community.

The incidents in Ayodhya set off a chain of consequential events. The State government, then led by the BJP, faced dismissal by the Central government. Concurrently, other states governed by the BJP were also placed under the administration of President's rule. The Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh found himself embroiled in a contempt of court case filed in the Supreme Court. This legal action was prompted by his prior assurance to safeguard the disputed structure. Expressing remorse for the events that transpired in Ayodhya, the BJP formally conveyed its regrets. To delve into the circumstances surrounding the mosque's demolition, a commission was established by the central government. The demolition was widely criticized by most political parties, with many asserting that it contradicted the foundations of secularism. This prompted an earnest discourse on secularism, akin to the contemplations India confronted shortly after Partition. Fundamental queries emerged: Would India become a nation where the majority religious community would exert dominance over minorities? Or would India steadfastly uphold its commitment to ensuring equal protection of the law and equivalent citizenship rights for all, regardless of their religious affiliations?