Anti-conversion laws are supported by the ruling central government to prevent forced or fraudulent religious conversions. However, minority groups and critics argue that these laws threaten religious freedom and increase harassment against minority communities. India is home to six religions: Hinduism, Islam, Christianity, Sikhism, Buddhism, and Jainism. Every citizen has the right to choose the faith they want and practice their religion. We do not understand why some Hindus are worried about their own faith to the extent that they harass and target minority religions. Is this part of a larger agenda aiming to turn India into a Hindu nation, especially when people of all faiths live together harmoniously, often participating in each other’s religious festivals? Unfortunately, politicians are pushing India backward by engaging in religious politics throughout the year, including acts such as burning churches of the Catholic community and other communal violence. Such actions only harm the social fabric of our diverse nation, undermining the pluralism and unity that India has long cherished. It is imperative that we reject divisive politics and work towards building a society based on mutual respect, understanding, and religious freedom for all.
RONNIE DSOUZA, Chandor
