On December 6, 1992, the Babri Masjid in Ayodhya, a site claimed by some Hindus to be the birthplace of Lord Ram, was demolished by a mob of Hindu nationalists. This act was the culmination of a long-standing dispute between Hindu and Muslim communities regarding the site, which was believed to have been built after the destruction of a temple. Supporters of the demolition argued that it was a rightful reclamation of a sacred site, while opponents viewed it as an attack on religious heritage and communal harmony. The day began with peaceful rallies but quickly escalated into violence as tensions flared. The site saw considerable mobilization, with thousands of activists converging in Ayodhya.The aftermath was catastrophic, leading to widespread riots across India, particularly in urban areas. Communal violence erupted in several states, resulting in deaths, injuries, and extensive property damage. The media reported over 1,500 fatalities and countless injured as law enforcement struggled to control the situation. Various cities witnessed angry protests, and retaliatory actions between communities sparked a cycle of violence that lasted for months and drew national and international attention. The incident significantly influenced India's socio-political landscape, stirring debates on secularism, nationalism, and the place of religion in public life.In the years following the demolition, the incident became a focal point for rising Hindu nationalism and directly affected political dynamics, leading to the rise of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and the emergence of religious identity politics in India. Legal battles ensued over the site, culminating in a Supreme Court verdict in 2019 that awarded the land for the construction of a temple to Lord Ram, while also allocating land for a mosque elsewhere.