The Bhojshala-Kamal Maula complex dispute intensified, leading the Madhya Pradesh High Court to rule it a Hindu temple, citing archaeological evidence and the Ayodhya judgment. This decision exploited a loophole in the Places of Worship Act 1991, exempting ancient monuments. The author criticizes this "procedural side door" for undermining the Act's intent and facilitating majoritarian agendas. The ruling establishes a concerning precedent, allowing repeated challenges to minority religious sites. The article advocates for strict enforcement of the 1991 Act and emphasizes shared use as vital for democratic coexistence, rather than determining "first" ownership.