Chhattisgarh Cabinet approves new anti-conversion law draft
GS2Polity · Governance · IR· Vulnerable sections (SC/ST, minorities, disabled, elderly, children)· Prelims + Mains·
Why in news
The Chhattisgarh government approved the Chhattisgarh Freedom of Religion Bill, 2026, to curb religious conversions through force, inducement, or misrepresentation.
Background
The Chhattisgarh Cabinet approved the draft bill following statements by CM Vishnu Deo Sai and Deputy CM Vijay Sharma. The legislation aims to address concerns regarding forced conversions, specifically citing a case involving tribal women.
Facts for Prelims
- Act / BillChhattisgarh Freedom of Religion Bill, 2026: proposed law to regulate religious conversions.
- FactThe bill targets conversions achieved through force, inducement, or misrepresentation.
- PlaceChhattisgarh: State where the bill was approved by the BJP government.
For Mains
Q. Discuss the constitutional balance between the right to freedom of religion and the state's power to regulate conversions to protect vulnerable communities.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Constitutional conflict: Balancing Article 25 (freedom of conscience) with state-led protection of tribal identities.
- Legislative intent: Addressing systemic exploitation of marginalized groups through targeted anti-conversion frameworks.
- Federal friction: Potential for varying state-level definitions of 'inducement' affecting national religious harmony.
Keywords: Religious Freedom · Vulnerable Sections · Legislative Oversight · Constitutional Balance · Tribal Rights
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