Person Can't Be "Tied Down" To Religion Of Birth, Court Permits Change Of Religion In School Certificates: Kerala High Court
In a significant ruling, the Kerala High Court upheld the right to freedom of religion by allowing two petitioners to have their religious status changed in their school certificates. This ruling reinforces the constitutional right to profess and practice any religion, as guaranteed under Article 25(1) of the Indian Constitution. Case Background Lohith S. and Lojith, both 24-year-old residents of Manjummel, Kochi, were born into Hindu families but embraced Christianity…
