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Malankara Orthodox Syrian Church: Top court to examine plea against ‘forced confessions’
The Supreme Court on Monday decided to examine a petition which has raised the question of “forced/mandatory confessions” in the Kerala-based Malankara Orthodox Syrian Church and its alleged abuse. December 15, 2020 1:56:51 am
The petitioners said women are being forced to confess and such confession is being “used to exploit them sexually” by threatening to divulge the contents to the parent or husband.(Photo: Wikimedia Commons)
Confessing one’s sins is one of the sacraments of the Church, but can a believer be compelled to do it?
The Supreme Court on Monday decided to examine a petition which has raised the question of “forced/mandatory confessions” in the Kerala-based Malankara Orthodox Syrian Church and its alleged abuse.