Allahabad HC: Public Land for Worship Subject to State Regulation

Iqbal Ansari, former Babri Masjid plaintiff, supports the Allahabad HC's ruling that public land is regulated by the State for Namaz. Both Ansari and Maulana Razvi emphasize respecting the court's decision and conducting religious activities in designated areas, highlighting the importance of maintaining public order.

In a significant ruling, the Allahabad High Court has affirmed that the use of public land for religious practices, including offering Namaz, falls under state regulation. This decision underscores the importance of adhering to laws governing public spaces, and was met with support from notable community figures.

Iqbal Ansari, a key figure in the Babri Masjid-Ram Janmabhoomi case, expressed his approval of the court's decision, stressing the importance of respecting legal boundaries. 'Mosques exist specifically for prayers; hence, there's no need to resort to public land,' he told ANI in Ayodhya, advocating for compliance with the court's ruling.

Reinforcing this perspective, Maulana Shahabuddin Razvi Bareilvi, head of the All India Muslim Jamaat, endorsed the ruling, citing Islamic Sharia's guidance on avoiding disputed venues for prayers. The Court's extensive observations clarified that unilateral use of public land for religious purposes is impermissible, highlighting the State's role in maintaining public order and equal rights over public property.