Chhattisgarh Assembly passes Freedom of Religion Bill with tougher penalties for illegal conversions

What kinds of conversions does the bill target?

It targets conversions carried out through force, inducement, fraud, misrepresentation, coercion, undue influence, or allurement Hindustan Times,Hindustan Times,Deccan Chronicle.

What penalties does the bill propose?

Sources say the bill provides life imprisonment for mass conversions and tougher prison terms, including up to 20 years in some cases involving vulnerable groups Hindustan Times,Telangana Today,Deccan Chronicle,Deccan Chronicle.

Why did the opposition walk out?

Congress lawmakers objected to the bill and asked that it be referred to a Select Committee for review; after that request was rejected, they boycotted the proceedings NDTV,Tribune,Pioneer.