Supreme Court Stays Demolition Drive in Rajasthan Border Districts for Two Weeks
The Supreme Court granted interim relief by staying the ongoing demolition drive in Rajasthan's border districts for two weeks. The drive, targeting mosques, madrasas, dargahs, and homes, was challenged by Jamiat Ulama-i-Hind on behalf of 40 affected residents. The court directed petitioners to approach the Division Bench of the Rajasthan High Court at Jodhpur, noting that disputes involving contested questions of fact are more appropriately adjudicated by the jurisdictional High Court. The Jamiat Ulama-i-Hind's fact-finding visit documented the ground situation, following the demolition of at least four mosques in Barmer and Jaisalmer.
Key Points
- The Supreme Court issued an interim stay on demolition activities in Rajasthan's border districts for two weeks.
- The petition was filed by Jamiat Ulama-i-Hind, representing residents affected by demolitions targeting religious and residential structures.
- The court advised petitioners to seek appropriate relief from the Rajasthan High Court for fact-based disputes.
- The demolition drive had previously led to the destruction of at least four mosques in Barmer and Jaisalmer districts.
Exam Facts
- Petitioner: Jamiat Ulama-i-Hind
- States involved: Rajasthan (Barmer and Jaisalmer districts)
- Supreme Court Bench: Justices P.S. Narasimha and Alok Aradhe
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