India Rejects US Report on Religious Freedom as Politically Biased
A new report by the United States Commission on International Religious Freedom (USCIRF) has triggered strong reactions in India. The document claims that religious minorities in the country face growing discrimination. Indian officials and community leaders have dismissed the findings as misleading and politically motivated.
The USCIRF report describes India’s religious climate as 'alarming'. It cites examples such as mosque demolitions to make way for temples and laws that allegedly restrict religious freedoms. The commission’s assessment has drawn sharp criticism from Indian Muslim leaders, who insist that minorities in the country worship freely without state interference.
The USCIRF report has deepened tensions between India and US-based rights groups. Indian leaders continue to reject its conclusions, emphasising their country’s commitment to religious pluralism. Meanwhile, the debate over minority protections remains contentious on both sides of the argument.
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