UP forms SIT for Ram Temple graft probe; SC seeks report in 2 weeks
UPSC / SSC current affairs note · Polity
Why in news
The Supreme Court has directed the newly formed SIT to submit a status report within two weeks on the alleged embezzlement of donations for the Ram Temple in Ayodhya. The Uttar Pradesh government constituted the SIT under IGP Kiran S to investigate the matter.
Background
The Ram Temple in Ayodhya is a major religious project. Allegations of financial irregularities in the collection and use of donations led to the demand for a probe. The Supreme Court is monitoring the investigation.
Key facts
Uttar Pradesh government formed a new SIT to probe alleged embezzlement of Ram Temple donations.
The SIT is headed by IGP Kiran S.
Supreme Court directed the SIT to submit a status report within two weeks.
SC also ordered the SIT to associate a forensic auditor with the investigation.
Prelims pointers
- SIT: Special Investigation Team
- IGP: Inspector General of Police
- Ayodhya Ram Temple
Mains angles
- Role of judiciary in ensuring transparency in religious trusts and donations
- Accountability and governance in public charitable institutions