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Chhattisgarh Cabinet Approves Draft Bill to Prohibit Fraudulent Religious Conversions
The Chhattisgarh State Cabinet, led by CM Vishnu Deo Sai, has approved the draft 'Freedom of Religion Bill 2026'.
The legislation aims to curb illegal religious conversions conducted through force, inducement, fraud, or misrepresentation.
The bill seeks to protect the constitutional rights of individuals while preventing unlawful exploitation of their faith.
Following cabinet approval, the bill will be tabled in the State Legislative Assembly for further deliberation.
Perspective: This move aligns Chhattisgarh with several other Indian states that have enacted similar laws to regulate religious conversions.
The legislation aims to curb illegal religious conversions conducted through force, inducement, fraud, or misrepresentation.
The bill seeks to protect the constitutional rights of individuals while preventing unlawful exploitation of their faith.
Following cabinet approval, the bill will be tabled in the State Legislative Assembly for further deliberation.
Perspective: This move aligns Chhattisgarh with several other Indian states that have enacted similar laws to regulate religious conversions.
Key Facts / Static GK
Chhattisgarh CM: Vishnu Deo Sai
Chhattisgarh Governor: Ramen Deka
Constitutional Articles for Religion: Articles 25 to 28.
Chhattisgarh Governor: Ramen Deka
Constitutional Articles for Religion: Articles 25 to 28.
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