Tag: Religious Persecution

The protesters demanded justice and asked the government to put a stop to the propaganda that favored a return of sectarian violence

The report said the prelate was taken “for tourism,” adding that it was not the first time he was taken and made to disappear

The Hindu groups gave the priest 15 days starting on October 25 to comply with the demand or face protests

Christians comprise 2.3% of India’s population, according to the 2011 census, making it the third-largest religion after Hinduism

The United Christian Forum helpline reported that it has recorded 305 incidents of violence against Christians from January to September

The groups said the February coup has emboldened the military to further persecute Christians and Muslims

The report details the involvement of Chinese government agencies in an effort to suppress the Uyghurs and their culture

The report said discrimination against Muslims has evolved from “a rising series of mob attacks ... into government policies" against Muslims

Any organized religion “is perceived as a threat,” said an expert, adding that the party is trying to “create a new type of religion”

The archbishop said the government should look into the contribution of Christian missionaries in the field of education and health