ASI Survey of Gyanvapi Mosque Enters Day 3, Focus on 'Tahkhana' Examination
- Posted on August 6, 2023
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- By Sakshi Gupta
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The ongoing
archaeological survey of the Gyanvapi mosque in Varanasi has reached its third
day, with the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) team intensifying its
efforts to unravel the historical secrets held within its walls. Utilizing
advanced technology, including radar machines, the ASI is diligently working
towards determining whether the 17th-century mosque was constructed over a
pre-existing temple.
In a significant
development, the ASI team is expected to explore the 'tahkhana' within the
mosque complex today. Rekha Pathak, a petitioner representing the Hindu side,
revealed that the examination of the 'tahkhana' is on the agenda for the day.
She emphasized
that this area could potentially hold crucial insights, and the survey of both
the 'tahkhana' and the main dome is anticipated.
Although access
for women remains restricted within the mosque, lawyers from the Hindu side
have been present during the survey. Rekha Pathak confirmed that measurements
and videography are being carried out, yet the findings are yet to be
disclosed.
The survey's
second day saw the ASI team examining the central hall and the three domes of
the Gyanvapi mosque. Notably, the Muslim side, after boycotting the initial day,
participated in the survey for the first time during this phase.
The Gyanvapi
mosque's history has been mired in controversy, with legal battles involving
the High Court and subsequently the Supreme Court. The ASI's involvement stems
from these legal proceedings, aiming to shed light on the structure's origins
and provide clarity on the historical narrative.
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