The Places of Worship Act of 1991 continues to stir debates, particularly in the context of disputes such as the Gyanvapi mosque case in Varanasi. This law, which upholds the religious character of places of worship as it stood on August 15, 1947, prohibits conversion and seeks to maintain harmony. Senior Congress leader Jairam Ramesh has consistently affirmed his party’s commitment to this legislation, framing it as a cornerstone for fostering unity in a diverse nation.