Navigating identity and belonging: the role of Dhanak of humanity in Hindu-Muslim interfaith marriages in India

This study examines the role of Dhanak of Humanity in supporting Hindu-Muslim interfaith marriages in India, where couples face societal, legal, and familial resistance. It explores how Dhanak of Humanity helps individuals navigate complex identity negotiations, balancing personal beliefs with communal expectations. Through legal aid, counselling, and advocacy, Dhanak of Humanity fosters secular values, challenges rigid religious boundaries, and redefines belonging. Drawing on interviews and organisational reports, this paper argues that interfaith marriages reshape identity discourses. Ultimately, Dhanak's work in Humanity contributes to broader conversations on personal freedom, secularism, and national identity in contemporary India.