The Bhojshala case of Indore was heard in the High Court. A shocking thing has come to light during the hearing in the High Court. During this time it has come to light that the ASI survey report has already been taken. Due to which it has already been opened.

It has been told in the High Court that all the parties have already received the report. At the same time, the High Court has given time of 2 weeks to give claims, objections and suggestions on the survey report. The High Court took the report on record.

Main points of ASI survey report in Bhojshala case

1. Original structure of the temple: The report clearly states that the present structure is built on the remains of a pre-existing temple. This temple is said to be of 11th-12th century.
2. Statues of Hindu Gods and Goddesses: During the survey, 97 such artefacts and statues were found from the premises which are related to Hindu religion. These include fragmented statues of Ganesha, Brahma, Shiva, Hanuman and Krishna.
3. Sanskrit inscriptions: A large number of inscriptions in Sanskrit and Prakrit language have been found on the walls and pillars. These contain poetic compositions and grammar formulas of the time of Raja Bhoj.
4. Remains from the Maratha period: The report mentions that influences from the Maratha period have also been observed on some structures and sculptures, indicating its continued use.
5. Construction of Islamic structures: ASI found that pillars and stones from the temple were used in the construction of the mosque. An attempt has been made to erase Hindu symbols on many pillars.
6. Reference to Saraswati statue: The report has identified the place where the statue of Vagdevi (Goddess Saraswati) would have originally been installed. However, currently that statue is in the Museum of London.
7. Scientific Techniques (GPR): ‘Ground Penetrating Radar’ survey has revealed walls and rooms buried under the ground, which are part of the foundation of the original temple.
8. Architectural style: The carved bells, lotus flowers, and ‘Kirtimukha’ (an icon of Hindu architecture) on the pillars clearly confirm the temple construction style (Parmara period).
9. Tampering with carvings: The report recorded that at many places plaster was used to cover old carvings, when removed, Hindu artefacts were visible beneath.
10. Dating: Based on carbon dating and archaeological analysis, it was concluded that the site was a great learning center and temple during the period of Raja Bhoj (1000-1055 AD).

This matter will be heard again in the High Court on March 16. After the report is opened in the court, now the Hindu and Muslim sides will present their arguments on the basis of these scientific facts. This report will become the biggest basis for the legal resolution of this dispute.