NEW DELHI: In a significant verdict, the Supreme Court has said religious conversions undertaken solely to avail reservation benefits without genuine belief amounted to a "fraud on the Constitution".
Justices Pankaj Mithal and R Mahadevan passed the verdict on November 26 in a case filed by one C Selvarani and upheld a Madras High Court decision of January 24 denying a scheduled caste certificate to a woman who converted to Christianity but later claimed to be a Hindu to secure employment benefits.
Justice Mahadevan, who wrote the 21-page verdict for the bench, further underscored that one converted to a different religion when they were genuinely inspired by its principles, tenets and spiritual thoughts.
This story is from the New Delhi 28November2024 edition of Millennium Post Delhi.
Start your 7-day Magzter GOLD free trial to access thousands of curated premium stories, and 9,000+ magazines and newspapers.
Already a subscriber ? Sign In
This story is from the New Delhi 28November2024 edition of Millennium Post Delhi.
Start your 7-day Magzter GOLD free trial to access thousands of curated premium stories, and 9,000+ magazines and newspapers.
Already a subscriber? Sign In
Aaj Ki Raat from Stree 2 contributed to its commercial success
Tamannaah made a cameo in this film
Sanjeev Sinha Foundation hosts panel discussion on art and universality
NEW DELHI: The Sanjeev Sinha Foundation organised a captivating panel discussion titled \"A Conversation on Origin and Universality\" on November 23 at the Visual Arts Gallery, India Habitat Centre.
Rajadhiraaj: A divine spectacle!
New Delhi's Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium has been transformed into a mesmerising haven of devotion and grandeur with 'Rajadhiraaj: The musical saga of Lord Krishna', running from November 29 to December 8.
Timothee failed auditions for 'Maze Runner' and 'Divergent'
Oscar-nominee Timothee Chalamet auditioned for big action movies like 'Maze Runner' and 'Divergent' but was rejected as he didn't have the 'right body'.
Sherlyn has never received awards that are 'for sale'
She compared Hindi and South film industry
Ananya blames her father for making her do 'Liger'
In a recent chat, they opened up about their disagreements about her film choices
Manchester United serenaded by fans after 4-0 win against Everton
LONDON: Ruben Amorim has got Manchester United fans smiling again after a 4-0 win against Everton on Sunday.
World Chess C'ship: Gukesh holds Liren with black pieces
The two players signed peace after 46 moves
Spinners propel Pak to emphatic 57-run win over Zimbabwe
FIRST T20
Odisha FC sweep aside Bengaluru FC 4-2 with overwhelming offensive display
BHUBANESWAR: Odisha FC delivered a magnificent performance to sweep aside Bengaluru FC 4-2 in their Indian Super League (ISL) match here on Sunday.
