Broken Idols Found at Bhojshala Complex: ASI Survey Unearths 1,710 Relics
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Event | Broken idols found at Bhojshala Complex |
| Location | Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh |
| Survey Conducted by | Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) |
| Number of Relics Found | 1,710 relics, including 39 broken idols |
| Key Findings | Idols of Vagdevi (Saraswati), Mahishasur Mardini, Ganesh, Krishna, Mahadev, Brahma, and Hanuman |
| Monument | Bhojshala/Kamal Maula Mosque Complex |
| Historical Significance | 11th-century ASI-protected monument |
| Religious Significance | Hindus consider it a temple dedicated to Vagdevi; Muslims call it Kamal Maula Mosque |
| Court Order | High Court ordered ASI to conduct a "scientific survey" within six weeks on 11th March 2024 |
| Shared Usage Arrangement | Hindus perform puja on Tuesdays; Muslims offer namaz on Fridays (since 7th April 2003) |
| About ASI | Founded in 1861 by Alexander Cunningham, "Father of Indian Archaeology" |
| ASI Responsibilities | Administers over 3,650 ancient monuments and archaeological sites; conducts exploration, excavation, and conservation |
| Ministry | Ministry of Culture, Government of India |