Sign before praying: A new conversion law is affecting churchgoers in Indian state
A new anti-conversion law in Maharashtra is raising questions about faith, choice and freedom.
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"Is gathering for prayer itself conversion?"
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A new anti-conversion law in Maharashtra is raising questions about faith, choice and freedom.
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