Ram Mandir

 

The Ram Mandir in Ayodhya is a Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Ram, located in the city of Ayodhya in Uttar Pradesh, India. The temple holds immense significance in Hinduism and is considered one of the holiest sites in the religion.

The history of the Ram Mandir is intertwined with a long-standing dispute over the site where it stands, known as the Ram Janmabhoomi ("birthplace of Lord Ram"). According to Hindu belief, Ayodhya is the birthplace of Lord Ram, one of the principal deities in Hinduism and the central character of the epic Ramayana.

The disputed site has been a subject of contention between Hindus and Muslims for many years. The Babri Masjid, a mosque believed by Muslims to have been built on the site in the 16th century, was demolished on December 6, 1992, by Hindu activists, leading to communal riots and tensions across India.

Following years of legal battles and negotiations, the Supreme Court of India delivered a landmark verdict on November 9, 2019, granting the disputed land to Hindus for the construction of a Ram Mandir. The court also directed the government to allocate an alternative plot of land for the construction of a mosque, to replace the demolished Babri Masjid.

Construction of the Ram Mandir began shortly after the Supreme Court's verdict. The temple's design draws inspiration from traditional Hindu architecture and is expected to be a grand structure. The groundbreaking ceremony for the temple took place on August 5, 2020, and the construction is ongoing.

The Ram Mandir holds deep religious and cultural significance for millions of Hindus worldwide, symbolizing the birthplace of Lord Ram and the triumph of righteousness over evil. It is expected to become a major pilgrimage site once completed, attracting devotees from across India and beyond.