India, June 24 -- It requires resolve to solve a tricky problem like Ayodhya. It is said to be a matter between Hindus and Muslims. I am neither. Hence what have I got to do with Ayodhya? Everything. Because the Babri Masjid (BM) - Ram Janam Bhoomi (RJB) issue in Ayodhya has been on the boil since Independence. It impacts all Indians, and even beyond our geographical boundaries; because there are Islamist movements outside India that have sworn revenge for the demolition of the BM in 1992.
This presentation addresses the issue from various angles - Legal Rights, Social Cohesion, The Political Atmosphere, Religious Beliefs and International Precedents; before proposing a solution.
A. LEGAL RIGHTS: This is actually the easiest part to addre...