Karnataka’s law against conversion criticized as ‘contrary to the Constitution and human dignity’ (Fides)

The southwestern Indian state of Karnataka (map), which is 84% Hindu, 13% Muslim, and 2% Christian, recently passed a draconian anti-conversion law.

“Its objective is to scare Christians and members of other communities, to strengthen support for Hindu nationalist parties,” said Father Irudhaya Jothi, SJ.