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Respect the SC verdict and maintain peace and harmony: IOC

Published on 13 November, 2019
Respect the SC verdict and maintain peace and harmony: IOC

As I welcome the Supreme Court verdict on Ayodhya, I sincerely hope that at last, we can get some closure on this polarizing issue that has divided the country along the religious lines. India needs to move on and focus its attention on development, jobs, and uplifting of the masses from poverty.  

There is no doubt that BJP has profited from the polarization risen out Ayodhya dispute and hope that they will show more maturity in dealing with such sensitive issues in the future. If any party used this verdict to gain political mileage, it would not heal the nation that suffered for so long from this simmering dispute.  

It is also noteworthy that the Supreme Court did not consider any aspect of the theology surrounding the controversy but made the verdict purely on technical grounds. However, for those who believe in the sanctity of worship places and freedom of religion, this verdict would be another wakeup call as regards India's slow but steady march from a secular democracy into a majoritarian ruled State 

However, IOC urges the citizenry in India to respect the SC verdict and maintain peace and harmony among communities. 

George Abraham, Vice-Chairman

Indian Overseas Congress, USA

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