Induced Religious Conversion Of Tribals Threatens India’s Unity: Chhattisgarh High Court

The Chhattisgarh High Court observed that forced or induced conversions of tribals through coercive means threaten the unity and integrity of India. The Court stressed the need for strict enforcement of anti-conversion laws and directed the State to ensure protection of tribal traditions. The judgment reiterates the balance between Article 25’s right to religious freedom and the State’s duty to prevent exploitation and maintain social harmony.