In response to the controversy, several voices have demanded an independent audit of donation systems associated with major temples, including the Ram Temple in Ayodhya.
Advocates argue that an external audit could help resolve doubts and strengthen public trust. They suggest that transparency would protect religious institutions from political accusations.
However, critics of the idea caution that external audits could interfere with religious autonomy and traditional trust management systems.
The debate highlights a key tension: balancing religious independence with modern expectations of financial accountability in large public-facing institutions.