A convert to Islam cannot claim the status of Backward Class Muslim, rules Madras High Court
Categorising certain sects as Backward and the remaining as Forward is antithetical to Quranic injunctions. Islam seeks to establish an egalitarian society, says Madurai Bench
· 8/25/2026, 1:04:39 PM· 2 min read

Categorising certain sects as Backward and the remaining as Forward is antithetical to Quranic injunctions. Islam seeks to establish an egalitarian society, says Madurai Bench
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