06-26-2009, 08:36 AM
<b>Anti conversion laws to be repealed by new govt</b>
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Tuesday, 23 June 2009, 17:46 (IST)
Anti-conversion laws to be repealed by new govt
India's Home Minister P Chidambaram in New Delhi May 25, 2009. (Reuters)
By: Dibin Samuel
Tuesday, 23 June 2009, 17:46 (IST)
Finally, there might be some good news for Christians in states where anti-conversion laws are in force. The newly elected government has agreed to repeal bills that have restricted the freedom of religion in India.
According to sources, Home Minister P Chidambaram will be reviewing and making recommendations on the controversial anti-conversion bill also known as "Freedom of Religion Acts".
Presently, anti-conversion laws are in force in five states - Orissa, Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Himachal Pradesh and Gujarat. In two other states - Arunachal Pradesh and Rajasthan, the laws have been passed but its implementation is awaited.
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While Hindu nationalists are pushing for a national anti-conversion law, Church leaders have appealed that the anti-conversion legislation in all states be overruled and a minority-friendly atmosphere be created.<!--QuoteEnd--><!--QuoteEEnd-->
http://in.christiantoday.com/articles/anti...w-govt/4082.htm
<!--QuoteBegin-->QUOTE<!--QuoteEBegin-->Posted:
Tuesday, 23 June 2009, 17:46 (IST)
Anti-conversion laws to be repealed by new govt
India's Home Minister P Chidambaram in New Delhi May 25, 2009. (Reuters)
By: Dibin Samuel
Tuesday, 23 June 2009, 17:46 (IST)
Finally, there might be some good news for Christians in states where anti-conversion laws are in force. The newly elected government has agreed to repeal bills that have restricted the freedom of religion in India.
According to sources, Home Minister P Chidambaram will be reviewing and making recommendations on the controversial anti-conversion bill also known as "Freedom of Religion Acts".
Presently, anti-conversion laws are in force in five states - Orissa, Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Himachal Pradesh and Gujarat. In two other states - Arunachal Pradesh and Rajasthan, the laws have been passed but its implementation is awaited.
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While Hindu nationalists are pushing for a national anti-conversion law, Church leaders have appealed that the anti-conversion legislation in all states be overruled and a minority-friendly atmosphere be created.<!--QuoteEnd--><!--QuoteEEnd-->
http://in.christiantoday.com/articles/anti...w-govt/4082.htm