Hindus and Muslims

The law was passed in 2019, sparking mass protests in which scores of people died and many more were arrested.

The BJP government says the law allowed child marriages, but Muslim leaders allege the move is aimed at polarising voters ahead of election.

Recent violence in India has killed six people and deepened religious divisions.

Fears decision on Gyanvapi mosque in Varanasi could increase religious tensions and inspire more claims.

The Gyanvapi mosque was built in the 17th century by the Muslim Mughal empire.

Indian authorities have barred any solidarity protest in Muslim-majority Kashmir and asked Muslim preachers not to mention the conflict in their sermons, residents and religious leaders.

An elderly Muslim couple was beaten to death in the Indian state of Uttar Pradesh over their son’s relationship with a Hindu woman.

The US has appealed for calm in India after violence against Muslims in a region north of Delhi resulted in six deaths.

A series of attacks against Muslims in India has been reported this week.

India’s finance minister has derided comments by former US President Barack Obama on India’s treatment of its Muslim population.