Calcutta High Court Upholds Right of Consenting Adults to Interfaith Marriage
| Key Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Court and Bench | Calcutta High Court, Justice Sougata Bhattacharyya |
| Key Ruling | Religion cannot be a barrier to marriage between two consenting adults. |
| Legal Basis | No legal restriction under Indian law prevents interfaith marriages of consenting adults. |
| Police Protection Ordered | West Bengal Police directed to provide adequate security during marriage registration. |
| Judicial Directive | Police to submit an Action Taken Report (ATR). |
| Constitutional Context | Affirms right to life, liberty, and personal choice under the Indian Constitution. |