Lord Ram, an inextricable part of the collective memory of Indian civilization, is a symbol ofrighteousness and justice. The essence and significance of Ram have been understood instinctivelyfor 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 theconstruction of Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Temple. The book explores theife andegends ofordRam popular in India and across the globe, while recounting the 500-year-long struggle for thereconstruction of Shri Ram Temple in Ayodhya until the matter was judicially resolved in 2019. Itencapsulates the emergence of the city on the international tourist map as it reclaims its name withvigour—aand free of conflict, embodying peace and prosperity within its boundaries.