Taj Mahal originally temple? HC seeks response of Centre, ASI on inspection plea

The Allahabad High Court has directed the central government and ASI to file responses. This follows a petition challenging an Agra court’s refusal to allow a Taj Mahal survey. Petitioners claim the monument is an ancient Hindu temple called Tejo Mahalaya. They seek permission to perform prayers and conduct a survey. The court is asked to set aside lower court orders and decide the application. The Allahabad High Court has directed the central government and ASI to file responses. This follows a petition challenging an Agra court’s refusal to allow a Taj Mahal survey. Petitioners claim the monument is an ancient Hindu temple called Tejo Mahalaya. They seek permission to perform prayers and conduct a survey. The court is asked to set aside lower court orders and decide the application.