In a recent development, Union Minister Ramdas Athawale has voiced his opposition to the Maharashtra government’s proposed ‘love jihad’ law. Athawale emphasized that Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision is to treat all citizens equally, irrespective of their religion or background.
The Maharashtra government had announced its intention to introduce legislation aimed at curbing alleged forced religious conversions through marriage, often referred to as ‘love jihad’. However, Athawale, who is also the president of the Republican Party of India (A), believes such a law is unnecessary and could potentially create divisions among communities.
“The Prime Minister’s stance is clear; he sees every individual as equal,” Athawale stated during a press conference. He further added that the focus should be on fostering unity and harmony among different communities rather than introducing divisive laws.
Athawale’s comments come amid a broader national debate on the necessity and implications of such laws, with various states considering similar legislation. The minister’s stance highlights the ongoing discourse on religious freedom and interfaith marriages in India.
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