If and when it happens, the verdict on the four title suits relating to the Ayodhya dispute will be a litmus test for a secular India. How people of both communities will react will be important. (“No more than a breather, Editorial, Sept. 24). It will also test the character of a modern and emerging India. For the first time, modern India has the opportunity to show its faith in pluralism. We should wait for a verdict and when it comes respect it, no matter whom it favours.
Md. Marghoob Inam Naghmi,
Patna
There is no doubt that India has advanced in several sectors but are we to destroy the social, economic, industrial and scientific progress of our country in the name of religion? Let India show its maturity and intelligence in crucial matters. This is the India that has taught the entire world a new concept of conquering countries with ahimsa and the path of non-violence. In the same way, let us all remain united without making room for mutual annihilation. Let there be magnanimity and reciprocity in all matters. After all, we are all the creations of the same god.
A. Akbar Sheriff
Tiruchi
We need to move forward. As an Indian citizen, I will respect the court's verdict, but what we really want is peace, not violence. We can think of a memorial so that people will know what happened as a result of hatred. Future generations need to know the importance of peace.
Vigneshwaran C.,
Karaikudi
Our beliefs are more precious than life. Hence people are ready to sacrifice their life. Taking into account so many factors and to manifest to the world our unity, I would make the following proposal. A mosque and temple can be built in the same place. Plan for a multi-storeyed building, leaving a gap between the sections. Hence, there will be privacy, and peace and unity can be given a chance to manifest itself.
Thomas Mulanjanani,
Alwaye
The political class has not been able to find a solution so far, so it is time to save the next generation from inheriting a culture of violence and instead learn about peace. Society should show tolerance to enable the court to come forth with a landmark solution.
Rohitashwa Pateriya,
Ghaziabad
A verdict will be the result of a long drawn-out judicial process. Needless to say, it has to be respected and accepted by all with an effort to maintain peace and uphold law and order. Our culture is known for its fair tradition of respect for all religions. With this in mind, all must maintain harmony and integrity. Violence only leads to social and economic losses.
Tarun Kumar Ahirwar,
Bhopal
The judgment of the bench may be kept in a sealed cover in the court which may be opened and announced if the need arises. This will not only allay fears but also act as an incentive to both communities to come to a solution.
Shyam Sunder Kaushik,
New Delhi
What a waste of time for the judiciary on such matters. Who is concerned about the ownership of the land at the disputed site? Only politicians and religious bigots are trying to keep the subject afloat for their own selfish ends. Normally, no land is owned by anyone and the government can acquire it. Why doesn't the government hold a meeting of representatives from both communities, without the involvement of any politician or religious head, and then ask them to come up with a solution? A temple and a masjid can be built along with a good library stocked with books on all religions.
M.M. Kale,
Kakinada
