The VHP had been aggressively involved in the Ayodhya dispute over the Ram Janmabhoomi , or Babri Mosque before its demolition , since March 1984 , after getting encouraged by the strong response it had got from '' ekatmata yatra '' programme , it organised in 1983 , which was aimed at Hindu unity and self-protection against Islam and Christianity . This activity in the Ayodhya issue involved demonstrations , petitions and litigation , along with militant processions , forceful conversion ceremonies and incidents of violence and vandalism , particularly targeting Muslims . The VHP is also said to have sought the destruction of the Babri mosque . According to the VHP and its affiliated organisations , the Babri Mosque was built by demolishing the temple at the birthplace of Rama ( Ram Janmabhoomi ) by the Mughal Emperor Babur in the 16th century . It further stated in Allahabad court documentation that the building was in a dilapidated condition . It was in ruins and could not be used for worship or any activities
demolition
Demolition of the Babri Masjid
Vishva Hindu Parishad