# Why an anti-sacrilege law in India's Punjab has sparked controversy

- Published: 2026-07-06T08:35:56Z
- Updated: 2026-07-08T21:15:25Z
- Section: World
- Language: English (en)
- Source: BBC News — https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/crlw1xrzd8yo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
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The dispute has revived one of Punjab's most sensitive political and religious issues ahead of state elections next year.

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