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.
Although these were cases of interfaith marriages, the unions themselves did not adhere to the legal stipulations outlined by the anti-conversion law. In a significant development, the Allahabad High Court has recently dismissed petitions filed by eight Hindu-Muslim couples seeking protection of life and non-interference in their matrimonial lives. The Court’s decision, delivered by Justice […]