Ayodhya Ram Mandir: Bharat?s Quest for Ram-Rajya

Lord Ram, an inextricable part of the collective memory of Indian civilization, is a symbol of righteousness and justice. The essence and significance of Ram have been understood instinctively for centuries in the Indian subcontinent and beyond. Ayodhya Ram Mandir: Bharat’ s Quest for Ram- Rajya captures the ancient sacred city of Ayodhya at a critical juncture of transformation with the construction of Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Temple. The book explores the life and legends of Lord Ram popular in India and across the globe, while recounting the 500-year-long struggle for the reconstruction of Shri Ram Temple in Ayodhya until the matter was judicially resolved in 2019. It encapsulates the emergence of the city on the international tourist map as it reclaims its name with vigour— a land free of conflict, embodying peace and prosperity within its boundaries.

Swadesh Singh is an author, teacher and activist. Educated from Jawaharlal Nehru University and Indian Institute of Mass Communication, New Delhi, his professional experience spans more than 15 years during which he has worked with reputed media organizations in the national capital and currently teaches Political Science at Delhi University. He has four books to his credit and regularly writes for newspapers, online platforms and academic journals.