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<p>We maintain a continuous assessment of the human rights situation across India.
India has a strong democratic framework and constitutionally enshrined protections
for freedom of religious belief, but faces some challenges enforcing these due to
its size and social and economic development. The situation for religious minorities
in India varies, depending on location, socio-economic background and proportion of
religious minorities.</p><p>We condemn any instances of discrimination because of
religion or belief. We engage with India on the full range of human rights matters,
working with Union and State Governments, and with non-governmental organisations,
to build capacity and share expertise to promote human rights for all. The British
High Commission in New Delhi, and our Deputy High Commissions across India, also run
projects promoting minority rights and regularly meet with religious representatives,
as well as official figures such as the Chair of the National Human Rights Commission
and the National Commission for Minorities. Recent project work included 'Empowering
Muslim youth' which reached 150 youths, 20 teachers and over 100 educational institutions.</p>
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