Archive · 24 Jun 2025
Kerala Govt. Won't Enact Black Magic Ban, Cites Policy
The Kerala government doesn't want to make a law to stop black magic and spells.
They had a plan ready, but the cabinet decided not to go forward with it.
The High Court asked them what they are going to do now, especially since no law is in place.
The court wants the government to explain their plans because they recognize the concerns people have.
The government said it can't be forced to create the law.
Kerala government will not enact a law banning black magic and sorcery.
This decision follows a policy decision made by the state cabinet in 2022.
The High Court sought the government's position following a petition from the Kerala Yuktivadhi Sangam.
A draft bill had been prepared based on recommendations but was not pursued.
The government argued that it cannot be forced to legislate.
- Who
- The Kerala government, the Kerala High Court, and the Kerala Yuktivadhi Sangam.
- What
- The Kerala government will not enact a law to ban black magic and sorcery.
- When
- The cabinet made the policy decision in 2022, and reiterated the decision in July 2023.
- Where
- Kerala, India
- Why
- Due to a policy decision made by the state cabinet, and the government's position on legislation.
Proponents of Legislation
Government's Position
Need for Law vs. Government Policy
Proponents of Legislation
Advocates for legislation against sorcery and black magic to protect the public.
Government's Position
Government's decision not to proceed with the law, citing a policy decision, and its stance on the High Court's role in legislation.
- Draft Bill Title
- "The Kerala Prevention and Eradication of Inhuman Evil Practices, Sorcery and Black Magic Bill, 2022"
- Court
- Kerala High Court
- Petitioner
- Kerala Yuktivadhi Sangam
- Commission Report
- K T Thomas Commission
- PIL Filed
- 2022
- Government Decision Date
- July 5, 2023
