Both parties could derive satisfaction - Ayodhya verdict

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M. Karunanidhi, reacting to the Ayodhya verdict, said, “For securing peace in the country, both parties [to the dispute] could derive satisfaction over the judgment.” It was also welcome as there was provision for appeal by those who felt aggrieved over the verdict, he pointed out. The judgment has opened the door to the path of reconciliation, All-India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam general-secretary Jayalalithaa said. In a statement, she described the verdict as “admirable,” and called upon the parties concerned to fully appreciate the spirit of the judgment and strive to evolve a solution that would make India a shining model of dynamic secularism.