Ayodhya controversy: No verdict is best verdict
The Ayodhya controversy is a two edged sword for the country. It is evident to almost everyone that no matter what the verdict is going to be, it will never be good enough for the country. And they even know why BJP and Sangh Parivar is all enthused about this with elections approaching. Hence it is perceived as the best decision when the Supreme Court does not deliver any verdict on this issue yet. With all this the whole country’s attention was trained towards the highest court on Monday. Supreme Court’s decision on not pronouncing any verdict is the best decision so far on this issue. A bench would decide on the matter of hearing of this case. The Judge said the case would be heard in January.
Though this has disappointed the BJP and RSS, no one can predict what the court would decide by January. The government may even ensure a decision is taken by the court on this matter by the court. Whatever be the verdict, the government for sure can use it for its full benefit and in its favour. Widespread criticism was heard about the verdict Allahabad High Court had given about Ayodhya in 2010. Political parties and Sangh Parivar can say whatever they need to about Ayodhya, but this is a clear land dispute case which was turned into a religion-sensitive issue. The court follows its own framework before giving a verdict on such cases. It should not be under any pressure on this. The earlier HC verdict was more like a Panchayat decision, which could have favoured all parties.
The court said everybody has equal right on the land and they should have access to it. The constitutional experts have their own doubts about how this could be considered constitutionally valid. The court didn’t focus on justice, but more on pacifying all the three warring parties. Court shouldn’t be adapting such stance. Hence, one party among the aggrieved, approached the Supreme Court. Most constitutional experts feel Allahabad High Court’s verdict may not hold good here. If the verdict by the Supreme Court is given in a way that it would favour the Sangh Parivar, it would be celebrated as a victory. The next step would be to seek votes to enable the new government to build Ram Mandir. If it is against the Sangh Parivar interests, the Parivar would cry a victim and seek votes to instigate the Hindus to come together to form a Hindu nation.
Modi administration has disillusioned the very bhakts that praised him to heavens and beyond. Hence BJP is planning to use the SC verdict to win the next election. Hence the court’s decision on Monday came as a disappointment to BJP. The party is rehearsing in Kerala, as to what would be its approach should the SC verdict be against its interest. The central government had turned its back on people when they were affected by massive deluge some time ago in Kerala. The same government is all very interested in stopping women from entering Sabarimala though the SC has allowed it. A massive team of strategists and trouble makers has camped in Kerala to enable this. They are protesting against this ruling of the Supreme Court. In some ways, this is a clear case of contempt of court.
If the ruling of the court is unsatisfactory, it has to be addressed again instead of taking it to streets. Many Dalits took to streets when the Supreme Court tried amending laws relating to atrocities act. But the government silenced them by using force. But then later, it was addressed in the precincts of the parliament. Now, the protest or the signs of that are being exhibited by the ruling dispensation itself. The Supreme Court cannot withdraw its verdict owing to this. The central leaders need to understand this point. They have to only implement the ruling and not protest against this. If the government protests, it would be protesting against its own self. The ruling of women being allowed to visit Sabarimala was not something that was pronounced by the state government of Kerala.
The BJP that is protesting against the entry of Hindu women into their own temples seems to have forgotten that they need womens’ votes too to win elections. Don’t Hindu women come under the purview of ‘hindu’ tag? BJP wants to divide people before the next elections based on their religious identity. They plan to do the same thing when the Ayodhya verdict gets out. Considering all this, the court may have to defer its verdict on the case till the elections are done so that the country can vote in peace and return to some solace within its environs.
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Inappropriate for MLAs seeking free IPL tickets, says D.K. Suresh
Bengaluru: Bengaluru Milk Union Ltd President D.K. Suresh on Monday said it is inappropriate for MLAs to seek free IPL tickets, adding that those interested in watching matches should pay for them personally.
Speaking to reporters near his residence in Sadashivanagar, he said, “IPL is a commercial tournament and does not represent the country. It is not right for public representatives to focus too much on such matters.”
Referring to the recent controversy during the RCB celebrations, he said, “let us find out who benefited the most from the statements made during the incident.” He also pointed out that BJP MLAs had received IPL tickets as well.
Responding to discussions about relocating the Chinnaswamy Stadium, Suresh said the government has already approved the construction of a new stadium at a location he had proposed.
“I had suggested building a stadium in Surya City and submitted a proposal for it. Bengaluru needs four stadiums in four directions to cater to its growing population and encourage youth participation in sports,” he said.
He noted that apart from Kanteerava Stadium, KSCA, and the Football Stadium, there are limited facilities in the city.
“When I was a Lok Sabha member, I had proposed allocating 100 acres in my constituency at Surya City. The land was later earmarked and the plan approved,” he added.
Suresh said he has discussed the project with Minister Zameer Ahmed Khan, Rajiv Gandhi Housing Corporation Chairman Shivalingegowda, and Anekal MLA Shivanna.
“The Cabinet has now approved the project, and a stadium will be developed on around 50–60 acres,” he said.
He further added that he has requested the Deputy Chief Minister to build another stadium at Shivarama Karanth Layout through the BDA, where 40 acres have been allocated. Plans are also being discussed to develop a well-equipped stadium in Bidadi.
Commending state government's recent bilingual policy move, Suresh said forcing children to learn three languages could affect their comprehension.
“It is a good decision to make two languages compulsory. Learning a third language should be left to the choice of students and parents,” he said.
Responding to criticism from BJP leaders, he said their tendency is to oppose every decision of the government.
“To please their central leadership, they take a pro-Hindi stance. Instead, they should advocate for the adoption of Kannada in all states,” he said.
When asked about the earlier three-language policy under Congress, he said, “the situation is different now. Today, the focus should be on quality learning. Kannada should remain the primary language, while students and parents can choose an additional language.”
