Maharashtra Freedom of Religion Act, 2026
12 August 2026
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Maharashtra Freedom of Religion Act, 2026
The Maharashtra Freedom of Religion Act, 2026 is a state law aimed at preventing religious conversions carried out through force, fraud, coercion, undue influence, inducement or marriage-related deception. The legislation was passed by the Maharashtra Legislature in March 2026. It subsequently received President Droupadi Murmu’s assent and was brought into force after publication in the State Gazette at the end of July 2026.
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Maharashtra Freedom of Religion Act 2026 targets forced or fraudulent conversions through coercion and inducement while sparking constitutional debates on religious freedom.
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