The Supreme Court of India has granted bail to a madrasa teacher accused by the Uttar Pradesh government of unlawfully converting a minor to Islam. The court stated that the alleged offense was not as severe as murder, dacoity, or rape. This decision came after the Allahabad High Court denied bail to the accused, prompting the Supreme Court to criticize the lower court for its ruling. The Supreme Court emphasized the need for courage in the face of such decisions. Additionally, the Bombay High Court has granted bail to six individuals accused in the 2015 murder case of rationalist Govind Pansare, citing their prolonged incarceration as a basis for the ruling.