The Allahabad High Court has mandated the Uttar Pradesh government to investigate individuals who have converted to Christianity but still claim benefits designated for Scheduled Castes. The court's directive, issued on November 21, references a ruling from the Andhra Pradesh High Court, which stated that caste discrimination does not exist within Christianity, thus nullifying Scheduled Caste classification upon conversion. The court also cited a Supreme Court ruling that deemed the fraudulent claim of caste-based benefits after conversion as a violation of constitutional principles. This ruling arose from a case involving Jitendra Sahani, who was accused of inciting religious discord while allegedly misrepresenting his religion in court documents. The court has ordered strict action against Sahani if found guilty of forgery, and has directed various government officials to ensure compliance with the law regarding Scheduled Castes and conversions.