Muslim body terms temple demolition claim a “hypothetical construct”; dispute over Bhojshala–Kamal Maula complex continues
Madhya Pradesh High Court Hears Bhojshala Dispute
The Madhya Pradesh High Court has been informed that no historical record shows demolition of a Saraswati temple at the Bhojshala–Kamal Maula complex.
The Muslim side described such claims as speculative and said they lack documentary support.
Background Of The Dispute
The dispute concerns the Bhojshala–Kamal Maula Mosque complex in Dhar district.
The Archaeological Survey of India protects the 11th-century monument.
Hindu groups claim the site as a temple dedicated to Goddess Saraswati.
The Muslim side identifies it as a mosque.
Due to these rival claims, several petitions and intervention applications are pending before the Indore Bench of the Madhya Pradesh High Court.
Proceedings Before The Court
A Division Bench of Justice Vijay Kumar Shukla and Justice Alok Awasthi heard the submissions.
The Maulana Kamaluddin Welfare Society appeared as an intervenor.
The Society addressed the Court on the historical aspects of the dispute and the evidentiary basis of the competing claims.
Muslim Side Disputes Demolition Claim
The Muslim body submitted that no historical record proves that a Saraswati temple stood at the site and was demolished to construct a mosque.
It described the contrary claim as a “hypothetical construct”.
It also argued that such a claim cannot stand without documentary evidence.
Reliance On Historical Records
The intervenor relied on historical records and documents.
It submitted that legal claims must rest on verifiable evidence.
It argued that courts should not decide such claims on assumptions or selective interpretations of history.
The submissions form part of the broader arguments in the case.
The parties are relying on historical documents, revenue records and archival material to establish the character of the disputed site.
Nature Of The Dispute
The Bhojshala–Kamal Maula complex remains a protected monument under central law.
Both communities continue to contest its ownership and religious character.
The High Court is examining the rival claims.
It is also considering the relevance of historical records and the legal framework governing such disputes.
Current Status
The matter remains pending before the High Court.
The Court is continuing to hear arguments from all sides on the historical, legal and evidentiary issues.
No final determination has yet been made on the character or ownership of the Bhojshala–Kamal Maula complex
