Tuesday, October 04, 2011

Muslims, Christians Criticize Two-Child Proposal In Indian State

In India, Muslims and Catholics are strongly criticizing the Women's Code Bill that is being proposed by the government in the state of Kerala. According to Sunday's On Islam, the bill would impose fines of up to $203(US) and jail terms of up to 3 months on parents who have more than two children. A third child will not be eligible for government services.  The bill also encourages free abortions at government facilities and access to free contraceptives.