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13 July 2026

Ram Temple donation controversy

While the specific allegations of embezzlement are a matter of criminal investigation, the topic provides context for broader discussions on transparency, accountability in the management of public or religious trusts, and the ethics of public fund utilization.

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Notes

  • Allegations of donation embezzlement at the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust have led to an ongoing investigation by a Special Investigation Team (SIT) of the Uttar Pradesh Police.
  • Eight individuals associated with the donation and counting process have been arrested in connection with the case.
  • The Temple Trust has initiated the process of appointing its first-ever Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to oversee financial arrangements and devotee amenities.
  • A three-member screening committee, including a retired Justice and a retired Lieutenant-General, has been formed to recommend candidates for the CEO position.
  • The Temple Construction Committee maintains that the Trust operates independently of government interference regarding its internal administration and the appointment of the CEO.
  • The RSS has publicly expressed concern regarding the embezzlement and has discussed the matter during its annual Akhil Bharatiya Prant Pracharak Baithak.
  • The Places of Worship (Special Provisions) Act, 1991, remains a significant legal framework concerning the status of religious sites in India.
  • The Supreme Court's 2019 verdict serves as the foundational legal basis for the construction of the temple.

Questions

  1. Discuss the significance of the Places of Worship (Special Provisions) Act, 1991, in maintaining communal harmony and upholding the secular character of the Indian Constitution. 150 words
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  2. Examine the role of autonomous trusts in the management of large-scale religious and public infrastructure projects in India. How can transparency and accountability be balanced with the autonomy of such institutions to ensure public trust? 250 words
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Prelims

  1. Which of the following acts provides for the maintenance of the religious character of any place of worship as it existed on August 15, 1947?

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