Condemning human rights violations and violations of international religious freedom in India, including those targeting Muslims, Christians, Sikhs, Dalits, Adivasis, and other religious and cultural minorities.

3/14/2024, 4:05 AM

This resolution expresses grave concern about the worsening treatment of religious minorities in India. It condemns human rights violations and violations of international religious freedom in India, including those targeting Muslims, Christians, Sikhs, Dalits, and Adivasis.

Bill 118 HRES 542 is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress that condemns human rights violations and violations of international religious freedom in India. The bill specifically targets violations that target Muslims, Christians, Sikhs, Dalits, Adivasis, and other religious and cultural minorities.

The bill highlights the importance of protecting the rights and freedoms of all individuals, regardless of their religious beliefs or cultural background. It calls on the Indian government to take action to address these violations and ensure that all citizens are able to practice their religion without fear of persecution or discrimination.

The legislation emphasizes the need for accountability and justice for those responsible for committing human rights violations in India. It also calls for increased cooperation between the United States and India to address these issues and promote religious freedom and tolerance. Overall, Bill 118 HRES 542 aims to bring attention to the ongoing human rights violations in India and encourage the Indian government to take steps to protect the rights of all its citizens, regardless of their religious beliefs or cultural background.
Congress
118

Number
HRES - 542

Introduced on
2023-06-22

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

6/22/2023

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

This resolution expresses grave concern about the worsening treatment of religious minorities in India. It condemns human rights violations and violations of international religious freedom in India, including those targeting Muslims, Christians, Sikhs, Dalits, and Adivasis.

Bill 118 HRES 542 is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress that condemns human rights violations and violations of international religious freedom in India. The bill specifically targets violations that target Muslims, Christians, Sikhs, Dalits, Adivasis, and other religious and cultural minorities.

The bill highlights the importance of protecting the rights and freedoms of all individuals, regardless of their religious beliefs or cultural background. It calls on the Indian government to take action to address these violations and ensure that all citizens are able to practice their religion without fear of persecution or discrimination.

The legislation emphasizes the need for accountability and justice for those responsible for committing human rights violations in India. It also calls for increased cooperation between the United States and India to address these issues and promote religious freedom and tolerance. Overall, Bill 118 HRES 542 aims to bring attention to the ongoing human rights violations in India and encourage the Indian government to take steps to protect the rights of all its citizens, regardless of their religious beliefs or cultural background.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedCondemning human rights violations and violations of international religious freedom in India, including those targeting Muslims, Christians, Sikhs, Dalits, Adivasis, and other religious and cultural minorities.

Policy Areas
International Affairs

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Latest Summary10/6/2023

This resolution expresses grave concern about the worsening treatment of religious minorities in India. It condemns human rights violations and violations of international religious freedom in India, including those targeting Muslims, Christians,...


Latest Action6/22/2023
Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.