The Supreme Court has asked the Rajasthan government to respond to a plea challenging the constitutional validity of its 2025 anti-conversion law. The petition claims the law is “ultra vires and unconstitutional.”
Chhattisgarh’s Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai announced a new stringent law to combat illegal religious conversions, particularly targeting tribals. He proposed delisting converted tribals from the Scheduled Tribe category to prevent misuse of benefits. The government aims to strengthen existing laws, addressing societal concerns about forced conversions and benefits distribution.
NEW DELHI: Today, 20th March, The Supreme Court of India has strongly criticized the Uttar Pradesh (UP) Police for misusing the anti-conversion law in an alleged rape case. The court questioned the fairness of the state authorities and raised concerns over the arbitrary application of the Unlawful Conversion of Religion Act, 2021.
The Supreme Court’s recent remarks on anti-conversion laws have raised hopes for Catholics, signaling potential conflicts with religious freedoms. Archbishop Machado of Bangalore expresses optimism, emphasizing the need to prevent the misuse of such laws. The observation may have far-reaching implications, potentially leading to significant amendments or the repeal of the law.
