Us Congress 2023-2024 Regular Session

Us Congress Senate Bill SR424

Introduced
10/24/23  

Caption

A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate that the United States Government engage the Government of India to seek a swift end to the persecution of, and violence against, religious minorities and human rights defenders in India and a reversal of government policies that discriminate against Muslims and Christians on the basis of their respective faiths.

Impact

If adopted, this resolution would signal a stronger stance from the United States against human rights abuses in India, specifically the mistreatment of religious minorities. It calls for actions such as ending discriminatory practices, ensuring accountability for violence against peaceful protestors, and reversing laws that perpetuate inequality. This could lead to diplomatic pressures on the Indian government to comply with international human rights standards, thereby potentially influencing domestic policies and promoting a more inclusive society.

Summary

SR424 is a resolution aimed at urging the United States Government to address human rights violations in India, particularly the persecution of religious minorities such as Muslims and Christians. The resolution highlights the increasing violence and discrimination faced by these groups, often fueled by governmental policies and societal attitudes that marginalize them. It reflects a deep concern for those affected by laws like the Citizenship Amendment Act, which the resolution argues is discriminatory as it provides citizenship to certain religious groups while excluding Muslims, thus impacting the foundational principles of equality as laid out in the Indian Constitution.

Contention

The resolution also touches on various contentious issues, such as unlawful detentions and the misuse of anti-conversion laws against Muslims and Christians. Critics of the Indian government argue that recent trends of violence and discrimination are escalating, with little accountability for perpetrators. The call for the repeal of these laws and practices is not just aimed at improving the situation for minorities, but also seeks to uphold the democratic values that are similarly championed by both the U.S. and India, making it a critical point of discussion among policymakers.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

US SR569

A resolution recognizing religious freedom as a fundamental right, expressing support for international religious freedom as a cornerstone of United States foreign policy, and expressing concern over increased threats to and attacks on religious freedom around the world.

US SR395

A resolution recognizing the contributions of the Montagnard indigenous tribespeople of the Central Highlands of Vietnam to the United States Armed Forces during the Vietnam War, and condemning the ongoing violation of human rights by the Government of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam.

US HR1394

Celebrating the principles of democracy, religious pluralism, human rights, and the rule of law shared by both the United States and India, the strong people-to-people ties between the United States and India, and the success of the Indian diaspora in the United States.

US HR542

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.

US SR52

A resolution recognizing religious freedom as a fundamental right, expressing support for international religious freedom as a cornerstone of United States foreign policy, and expressing concern over increased threats to and attacks on religious freedom around the world.

US SR74

A resolution condemning the Government of Iran's state-sponsored persecution of the Baha'i minority and its continued violation of the International Covenants on Human Rights.

US SR688

A resolution recognizing widening threats to freedom of the press and free expression around the world, reaffirming the vital role that a free and independent press plays in combating the growing threats of authoritarianism, misinformation, and disinformation, and reaffirming freedom of the press as a priority of the United States Government in promoting democracy, human rights, and good governance in commemoration of World Press Freedom Day on May 3, 2024.

US SR472

A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate that the 90th anniversary of the Ukrainian Famine of 1932-1933, known as the Holodomor, should serve as a reminder of repressive Soviet policies against the people of Ukraine, and that Vladimir Putin's brutal and unprovoked war against Ukraine once again threatens the existence of the Ukrainian people, while exacerbating the problems of global hunger.

US HR616

Expressing support for the people of Afghanistan, condemning the Taliban's assault on human rights and the specific targeting of women, girls, and members of religious and ethnic minorities, and expressing support for any Afghans who assisted in the United States mission in Afghanistan.

US HR285

Requests that the president and congress urge discriminatory countries to cease religious persecution and the heads of governments of all countries to uphold the right to religious freedom

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