Allahabad High Court Addresses Disturbing Trend of Religious Pressure Among Youth
Young people imposing religious beliefs on others a disturbing trend: Allahabad high court
Hindustan Times
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The Allahabad High Court upheld an FIR against two Class 12 students in Moradabad, Uttar Pradesh, for allegedly coercing a classmate to wear a burqa and convert to Islam. The court highlighted a concerning trend of young individuals imposing their religious beliefs on peers, emphasizing the need for thorough investigation.
- 01The Allahabad High Court refused to quash an FIR against two students for allegedly coercing a classmate into wearing a burqa.
- 02The court described the trend of young people imposing religious beliefs as 'disturbing'.
- 03The FIR was filed under the Uttar Pradesh Prohibition of Unlawful Conversion of Religion Act, 2021.
- 04Evidence, including CCTV footage, indicated the need for further investigation.
- 05The court emphasized that the focus for youth should be on education and societal contributions.
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The Allahabad High Court has refused to dismiss a First Information Report (FIR) against two Class 12 students, Aleena alias Aleena Parveen and Shabiya, accused of forcing a classmate to wear a burqa and attempting to convert her to Islam in Moradabad, Uttar Pradesh. In its April 16 ruling, the division bench, comprising Justice JJ Munir and Justice Tarun Saxena, expressed concern over a 'disturbing trend' of young people imposing religious beliefs on others. The FIR, lodged by the victim's brother, alleges that the accused pressured the victim at a local tuition center, with claims of coercion supported by evidence, including CCTV footage. The court noted that the Uttar Pradesh Prohibition of Unlawful Conversion of Religion Act, 2021, was enacted to address such issues and should not be undermined by premature dismissals of cases with substantial evidence. The bench stated that the investigation should determine whether the actions of the accused constituted 'allurement' or 'undue influence' under the law, emphasizing that young individuals should focus on their education and societal contributions rather than imposing beliefs on peers.
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This ruling highlights the legal ramifications of religious coercion among youth, potentially affecting community dynamics and discussions around religious freedom.
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