US EditionDelhi High Court Upholds Christian Army Officer’s Dismissal for Refusal to Join Regiment's Religious Rituals
- On May 30, 2024, the Delhi High Court confirmed the termination of Lieutenant Samuel Kamalesan from the Indian Army due to his refusal to take part in the religious ceremonies of his regiment.
- Kamalesan's refusal stemmed from his Christian faith, but the court ruled the issue concerned following lawful military commands rather than religious freedom.
- The court observed that the Armed Forces respect all religions yet require strict discipline and unity, emphasizing that Kamalesan's conduct undermined troop cohesion and morale.
- The court emphasized that the issue did not involve religious freedom but rather concerned compliance with a lawful order from a commanding officer, and consequently, it rejected the petition challenging the termination.
- The judgment implies that military service demands compliance with orders essential for unit motivation and cohesion, even when they intersect with personal religious beliefs.
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