Jharkhand
Communal Violence in Jharkhand
- 27 Feb 2025
- 2 min read
Why in News?
Hindu and Muslim communities clashed in Jharkhand’s Hazaribagh district 26th February 2025 over decorations for Maha Shivaratri and the installation of loudspeakers.
- During the violent confrontation, both sides pelted stones, set several shops on fire, and torched multiple vehicles.
Key Points
- Communal Clash in Hazaribagh:
- The clash occurred in Dumroan village. Several people sustained injuries and were taken to Hazaribagh Sadar Hospital for treatment.
- According to the police, Muslims protested against fixing Maha Shivaratri flags and installing sound systems at Hindustan Chowk.
- Arguments between both communities escalated, leading to stone pelting from a nearby madrasa.
- In retaliation, Hindus also threw stones at the opposing side.
- Official Statements:
- The officials urged people to maintain peace and celebrate Maha Shivaratri with brotherhood.
- They assured that police are stationed at the site, the situation is under control, and legal action will be taken against those responsible.
Communal Violence
- The Indian Penal Code (IPC) defines communal violence as any act that promotes enmity between different groups on grounds of religion, race, place of birth, residence, language, etc., and does acts prejudicial to the maintenance of harmony.
- BNS Provisions on Communal Violence:
- Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita Section 196 aims to prevent and punish actions that promote enmity and hatred between different groups based on various grounds.
- It seeks to maintain social harmony by penalizing such acts with imprisonment and fines, especially when these actions occur in places of worship or during religious gatherings.
