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What is the significance of the year 1992 in relation to the Ayodhya dispute? |
It marked the construction of a new religious structure at the site. It was when the Supreme Court declared the final verdict on the dispute. It marked the beginning of negotiations between the conflicting parties. It was when the disputed three-dome structure was demolished. |
It was when the disputed three-dome structure was demolished. |
The correct answer is Option 4 - It was when the disputed three-dome structure was demolished. In 1986, the situation regarding the three-dome structure took a significant turn when the Faizabad (now Ayodhya) district court ruled to unlock the structure, allowing people to worship there. The dispute had been going on for many decades as it was believed that the three- dome structure was built at Shri Ram’s birthplace after demolition of a temple. However, although Shilaanyas for the temple was done, further construction remained prohibited. The Hindu community felt that their concerns related to the birth place of Shri Ram were overlooked, while the Muslim community sought assurance of their possession over the structure. Subsequently, tensions heightened between both communities over ownership rights, resulting in numerous disputes and legal conflicts. Both communities desired a fair resolution to the longstanding issue. In 1992, following the demolition of the structure, some critics contended that it presented a substantial challenge to the principles of Indian democracy. |
